Which branch of government can refuse appointments to the US Supreme Court?

Answer 1

The Legislative Branch (Congress) has the power to impeach and convict a US Supreme Court justice if he or she commits wrongdoing, but no one has the power to "get rid" of a member of the Court simply because they don't like his (or her) decisions or ideology.

If Congress believes a judge or justice has done something to merit removal, the US House of Representatives files articles of impeachment (like a grand jury indictment), and the Senate conducts a trial to determine whether the justice is guilty. If convicted at trial, the justice will be removed from office.

Answer 2

The Legislative Branch, but specifically the US Senate, must vote to approve or reject the President's nominations. The House of Representatives plays no role in the appointment process.

Answer 3

Legislative Branch (Congress)

If the US House of Representatives believes a US Supreme Court justice has committed wrongdoing, they can bring Articles of Impeachment (like a grand jury indictment) against the justice. If a simple majority of the House (51%) votes to impeach, the justice would then proceed to trial in the Senate. If convicted at trial, the justice would be removed from office.

Answer 4

The Legislative Branch, but more specifically, the Senate can stop the appointment of a US Supreme Court justice. The House plays no role in the appointment process.

Answer 5

The Legislative Branch.