Executive Appointments

Appointee: This is an individual who has been selected for a position or role within the government by someone with the authority to do so.

Nomination: This is when someone is formally chosen to hold a particular position or office. In this context, it refers to when the president proposes someone for an executive appointment.

Confirmation Hearing: This is a hearing held by the U.S. Senate to gather information on whether to approve or reject candidates for high federal office who are nominated by the president.