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Which president had the most Supreme Court appointees?
George Washington holds the record for most Supreme Court nominations, with 14 nominations (12 of which were confirmed). Making the second-most nominations were Franklin D.
How long does the confirmation process usually take?
According to the Congressional Research Service, the average number of days from nomination to final Senate vote since 1975 is 67 days (2.2 months), while the median is 71 days (or 2.3 months).
Who nominated Sonia Sotomayor?
Barack ObamaAugust 6, 2009
Sonia Sotomayor/Appointer
In May 2009, President Barack Obama nominated Sotomayor to the Supreme Court following the retirement of Justice David Souter. Her nomination was confirmed by the Senate in August 2009 by a vote of 68–31.
Who was the last Supreme Court nominee rejected?
List of unsuccessful nominations
| Supreme Court nominees who never served on the Court | ||
|---|---|---|
| Nominee | Year | Outcome |
| Robert Bork | 1987 | Rejected, 42–58 |
| Harriet Miers | 2005 | Withdrawn |
| Merrick Garland | 2016 | No action |
Where did Merrick Garland go to school?
Harvard Law School1974–1977
Harvard College1970–1974Niles West High School1970Harvard University
Merrick Garland/Education
Who is Merrick Garland’s wife?
Lynn Garlandm. 1987
Merrick Garland/Wife
How do justices get their job?
How are Supreme Court Justices selected? The President nominates someone for a vacancy on the Court and the Senate votes to confirm the nominee, which requires a simple majority. In this way, both the Executive and Legislative Branches of the federal government have a voice in the composition of the Supreme Court.
What document established the Supreme Court?
the United States Constitution
Established by the United States Constitution, the Supreme Court began to take shape with the passage of the Judiciary Act of 1789 and has enjoyed a rich history since its first assembly in 1790.