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Who was nominated to court to court by President Ford?
President Ford nominated Justice John Paul Stevens to the US Supreme Court in 1975. Justice Stevens retired in June 2009 and was succeeded by Justice Sotomayor.
Who nominated Elena Kagan to the US Supreme Court?
On May 26, 2009, President Barack Obama nominated Justice Sonia Sotomayor to replace Justice Souter, who retired from the US Supreme Court in June 2009. Justice Sotomayor was confirmed by the Senate on August 6 and took the Oath of Office on August 8, 2009.
What is Justice John Paul Stevens' official title?
US Supreme Court Justice John Paul Stevens' official title is "Senior Associate Justice," meaning he is the associate justice with the longest tenure on the Court. Stevens was nominated by President Gerald Ford, and commissioned in 1975, more than 34 years ago.
Is Justice John Paul Stevens a Republican or Democrat?
The Justices are supposed to be non-partisan and typically don't discuss their party affiliations; however, Stevens was a Republican when appointed.President Gerald Ford nominated Justice Stevens to the US Supreme Court in 1975. At the time of his appointment, Justice Stevens was considered moderately conservative; however, his views have become more progressive during his tenure on the Court.
Which US President nominated Justice John Paul Stevens and what was the Senate confirmation vote?
In 1975, President Gerald Ford nominated Justice John Paul Stevens to succeed Justice William O. Douglas, who had recently retired. He was already a well-respected lawyer and judge, as well as a former Supreme Court law clerk who served under Justice Wiley Rutledge in 1947-1948. Stevens received the unqualified support of the American Bar Association, a significant gesture of confidence. He was confirmed by a unanimous 98-0 vote of the Senate on December 19, 1975.
What is Justice John Paul Steven's political affiliation?
The Justices are supposed to be non-partisan and typically don't discuss their party affiliations; however, Stevens was a Republican when appointed.President Gerald Ford nominated Justice Stevens to the US Supreme Court in 1975. At the time of his appointment, Justice Stevens was considered moderately conservative; however, his views have become more progressive during his tenure on the Court.
What is US Supreme Court Justice Paul Stevens' political party?
President Gerald Ford, a Republican, nominated Justice Stevens to the US Supreme Court in 1975. At the time of his appointment, Justice Stevens was considered moderately conservative; however, his views have become more progressive during his tenure on the Court.
How many justices did President Gerald Ford nominate?
Just one. President Gerald Ford nominated Associate Justice John Paul Stevens to the US Supreme Court in 1975. Stevens is currently (2009) the Senior Associate Justice on the court, but is rumored to be retiring at the end of the 2009-2010 Term.
When was Justice Clarence Thomas appointed to the US Supreme Court?
Justice Clarence Thomas was nominated by President George H. W. Bush in 1991 to replace Justice Thurgood Marshall, who was retiring. Thomas officially joined the Court in October of that year, and is an incumbent (still sitting). When the 2010-2011 Term began in October, Thomas marked 19 years tenure on the Court.
Who did Chief Justice Anthony m. Kennedy replace?
President George W. Bush nominated Chief Justice John G. Roberts, Jr., to replace the late Chief Justice William H. Rehnquist, who died in office. Roberts assumed the bench in 2005, and is the incumbent Chief Justice. Ironically, he was a law clerk for Rehnquist in the 1970's. President Bush nominated Justice Samuel Alito in 2006 to replace Justice Sandra Day O'Connor, who retired in January of that year. Alito is also an incumbent.
In what year was Justice John Paul Stevens born?
Justice John Paul Stevens was born April 20, 1920.
Who was nominated by Obama as associate justice 2009?
In 2009, President Obama nominated the first Latina supreme court justice, Sonia Sotomayor. She was confirmed in the summer of 2009.
