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Sara Portnoy|History|3 Feb 2025

What is the process of questioning a potential Supreme Court justice by the Senate called?

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Judge Sonia Sotomayor is sworn in during her confirmation hearing
Retry Correct Incorrect Confirmation hearings conducted by the Senate are an integral part of the judicial nomination process. They involve rigorous questioning and assessment to ensure that potential Supreme Court justices meet the highest standards of qualification and judicial temperament.
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What is the process of questioning a potential Supreme Court justice by the Senate called?

  • Nomination
  • Inauguration
  • Confirmation
  • Confirmation hearings
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