Federal Judicial Selection

AJS statement on ideology in federal judicial selection

In light of the public debate and controversy over the nomination and confirmation of federal judges, AJS has issued the following statement on ideology and federal judicial selection.

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Judges, ideology, and accountability - Judicature editorial

As painful as they may be to politicians, transparency and accountability are necessary to informed public debate and responsible public policy concerning federal judicial selection.
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Federal judicial selection program available on video

In May 2002, AJS held a symposium in Washington, DC, to address the proper role of ideology in selecting federal judges and to consider practical alternatives for ending the gridlock that characterizes the current process. Panelists included present and former White House counsels, Justice Department officials, and Senate staff members. Also participating were Senator Richard Durbin and former Senators Connie Mack and Howard Metzenbaum. A video recording of the program is now available.

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Vacancies in the federal judiciary

Select one of the links below to access current information on vacancies in the federal courts.

Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts
http://www.uscourts.gov/vacancies/judgevacancy.htm

U.S. Senate Judiciary Committee
http://www.senate.gov/~judiciary/nominations.cfm

Office of Legal Policy, U.S. Department of Justice
http://www.usdoj.gov/olp/judicialnominations.htm