The Senate Judiciary Committee oversees the confirmation of Supreme Court justices and federal judges in the US. It is a standing committee with 19 senators from different political parties, and is responsible for determining federal law jurisdiction and impeached individuals. The confirmation of Supreme Court justices is its most important task. It has seven subcommittees, […]
The House Judiciary Committee was established in 1813 to handle legal matters in the United States Congress. It has jurisdiction over proposed amendments to the Constitution, impeachments, and crime and national security issues. Members are selected based on political affiliation and legal background. The committee has five subcommittees and oversees departments within the executive branch. […]
The Judiciary Act of 1789 organized the federal court system, creating judicial districts with district and circuit courts. It also established the Attorney General’s Office and US Marshals Service. The act allowed cases to be heard in federal rather than state courts and gave the Supreme Court final say on interpretations of federal law. In […]
The judiciary is responsible for interpreting laws, resolving legal conflicts, and sentencing violations. It is separate from the legislative body and made up of judges and courts. Legal systems have existed since ancient times, with English common law and the French Napoleonic code being influential. Judges must be well-versed in the law and most begin […]
