Congress cannot appoint the President. The United States President is elected by the people through a public vote. You have to be at least 18 years old to vote.
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That would be a violation of the separation of powers clause of the US Constitution. Congressional leaders are selected by vote of their respective houses.
Congress does not have to give approval to appoint the President's choice for Secretary of State. However, a confirmation hearing takes place before the Senate Foreign Relations Committee.
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Yes, the U. S. President appoints ambassadors. His/Her appointments must be approved by Congress.
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The president sends the name of a candidate for the Supreme Court to congress and they decide if he / she gets the job. With an ambassador he doesn't need approval to appoint someone to the post.