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Who nominates judges to the U.S. district courts?

The president

Nominating federal district court judges is a presidential prerogative. The president selects nominees and submits them to the Senate for confirmation. The Senate then holds hearings and votes to approve or reject the nominees, giving its advice and consent. The House of Representatives and the Supreme Court do not nominate judges. This two-step process—presidential nomination followed by Senate confirmation—serves as a check and balance in appointing federal judges, who hold lifetime appointments.

The House of Representatives

The Senate

The Supreme Court

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