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Nature and Role of the Supreme Court MatchUp
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Six (including a chief justice).
Judicial Procedures Reform Bill 1937.
This is a rating which details their suitability for the position of Supreme Court justice. It is not a constitutional requirement but is a measure which is taken seriously.
1) Vacancy arises. 2) President makes his/her nomination. 3) ABA gives its rating of the suitability of the candidate. 4) Senate Judiciary Committee holds hearing so it can question the nominee. 5) Senate holds a confirmation vote.
Clarence Thomas, Brett Kavanuagh and Neil Gorsuch.
Nine (including a chief justice).
Clarence Thomas, Elena Kagan and Brett Kavanaugh.
Although not a constitutional requirement, they provide a good snapshot of the opinion of the Senate when proceeding to a full vote on whether to confirm the appointment. They also allow for effective scrutiny of the nominee.
Robert Bork, Harriet Miers and Merrick Garland.
Judiciary Act of 1869.
Franklin Delano Roosevelt, who attempted to do this due to being frustrated that his New Deal measures were being held up by Supreme Court decisions.
How many justices did the Constitution initially make provision for?
How many justices currently sit on the Supreme Court?
Which Act set the current number of justices?
Which Supreme Court justices in recent times have endured a difficult nomination process?
What is the 'ABA' rating given to prospective Supreme Court justices?
Which president attempted to 'pack' the Supreme Court with supporters as a result of frustrations arising from his inability to implement his agenda?
What is the name of the piece of legislation that was initiated to ensure that the Supreme Court was filled with supporters of the president?
Why is the Senate Judiciary Committee hearings an important part of the nomination and appointment process?
Which nominations have failed in recent years due to insufficient support in the Senate for their appointment?
What are the five stages of the appointment process for Supreme Court justices?
Who are seen as the more conservative members of the current Supreme Court?