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Who are US supreme court judges nominated by?
The president is responsible for appointing justices, who then must be approved by the Senate.
Who nominates judges for the supreme court?
The President of the United States nominates judges for the Supreme Court "by and with the advice and consent of the Senate" (Article 2 of the Constitution).
Who must approve all judges cabinet members and ambassadors that the president appoints to government positions?
The Congress.
Who has the power to appoint federal judges?
The President appoints federal judges, including Supreme Court justices, with the advice and consent of the Senate. That means the Senate must approve the President's nomination by a simple majority vote before the appointment process can be completed.
Who has the responsibility of making nominations for public office?
For appointed positions within the US federal government, the President and the Executive Branch nominate appointees, who must then be approved by Congress. This includes federal judges, US attorneys, and the heads of the various departments, bureaus, and agencies.
