How are federal court justices appointed?

Federal court justices are appointed by the President of the United States. This process is established by the Constitution, which grants the President the authority to appoint judges to the Supreme Court and other federal courts. After the President nominates a candidate, the nomination is sent to the Senate for confirmation. Following Senate hearings and a vote, the nominee can be confirmed or rejected. This process ensures that the justices are chosen by the executive branch while still involving the legislative branch in the appointment process. The combination of Presidential nomination and Senate confirmation is designed to maintain a system of checks and balances within the federal government.