Presidential Appointments
Definition
These are the selections made by the President to fill positions in his administration, judiciary, and other federal agencies.
Analogy
Think of presidential appointments like a football coach selecting his team players. The coach (President) chooses players (appointees) who he believes will best help him win games (implement policies).
Related terms
Nomination: This is the formal process where the President selects an individual for a position.
Confirmation: This is when the Senate approves or rejects a nominee chosen by the President.
Executive Order: A directive issued by the President that manages operations of the federal government.
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Which institution approves presidential appointments to high-level positions?
What is a typical pattern seen within the Senate's role in advising and consenting presidential appointments?
What future challenge could emerge as a result of the Senate's role in approving presidential appointments?
Who is responsible for confirming Presidential appointments?
Why has the Senate's power to approve or reject presidential appointments continued to serve as a significant check on the presidency?
How may presidential appointments act as checks on the judiciary?
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