What are the two main steps in a Supreme court Justice being appointed to the bench?

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What are the two main steps in a Supreme court Justice being appointed to the bench?

2006-11-30 09:09:51 · 1 answers · asked by Alphose-Yvon 1 in Education & Reference ➔ Homework Help

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1.) President makes the appointment.
2.) The Senate must confirm the appointment by majority vote.

From Article II, Section 2 of the US Constitution:
"...and he (the President) shall nominate, and by and with the Advice and Consent of the Senate ... Judges of the supreme Court..."

2006-12-01 00:56:01 · answer #1 · answered by ³√carthagebrujah 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋