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Q: What characteristics do the senate look for in a federal judge nominee?
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In what two ways do the political parties influence the federal court system?

President picks a nominee for the position of judge in a federal court. The nominee would go through a senate vote before he is finally selected.


What limits a President's ability to nominate federal judges?

There is nothing in the Constitution or Federal statutes that limits a President's ability to nominate someone as a federal judge. The Senate may prevent the nominee's appointment in several ways, most notably by rejecting the candidate during the floor vote.


How is a federal judge elected?

(in the US) Federal judges are not elected, they are appointed by the President with the approval of the Senate.


Do the senate have the power to approve appointment to the federal government for a county judge?

No, only for federal judges, a county judge comes under state jurisdiction.


Which chamber of congress has the power to confirm a federak judge appionment made by the president?

The Senate has the power to confirm federal judge appointments made by the president. The president nominates the judges, but their appointment must be confirmed by a majority vote in the Senate before they can assume their positions on the federal bench.


Who chooses the federal judges?

A United States federal judge is a judge appointed by the President of the United States and confirmed by the United States Senate in accordance with Article III of the United States Constitution.


Does the president need senate approval when he picks a federal judge or ambassador?

if he like he can and if he dont like


What would cause the senate to reject a president's nominee to the supreme court?

At this time in our political process it could be any issues that congress finds them from approving a judge.


Who selects federal judges?

A United States federal judge is a judge appointed by the President of the United States and confirmed by the United States Senate in accordance with Article III of the United States Constitution.


How do become a federal judge?

The U.S. Constitution guides the process for confirming a federal judge, but does not specify qualifications. Notably, a federal judge is not required to possess a law degree unless he serves as magistrate or bankruptcy judge. In most cases, those who assess judicial candidates apply their own criteria. As such, presidents and members of Congress develop their own standards for federal judgeships.


Two unique powers of the senate?

One of the two unique powers of the senate include confirming presidential appointees. The other is the power to impeach a president or federal judge.


What would happen if the president could appoint anyone as a federal judge without senate approval?

Chaos would ensue