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Federal Courts and Nominations

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Confirmation Hearing of Sonia Sotomayor | Office of Sen. Patrick Leahy

Summary

CAC reviews the records of federal judicial and executive nominees — and when appropriate, takes a position in support of, or in opposition to, Senate confirmation — and works to ensure that our justice system remains fair and independent.

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Federal Courts and Nominations in Brief

Confirmation Hearings for John Roberts | U.S. Senate Historical Office

CAC has a long record of focusing on key nominations to the federal bench and executive departments to provide analysis to decision makers and the American people on nominees’ understanding of and faithfulness to the Constitution.

Featured Case

Federal Courts and Nominations February 25, 2022

RELEASE: Judge Jackson “Historic,” “Impressive,” “Overdue” Nominee for Supreme Court

“We have long known Judge Jackson to be a superb, fair-minded jurist. She has a powerful commitment to equal justice, repeatedly demonstrating her commitment to the text, history, and values of the whole Constitution. She understands how the law affects people, drawing upon her professional as well as her lived experiences.” — CAC President Elizabeth Wydra