Question

separation of powers scenario #1
on july 1, 1987 president
reagan nominated robert bork
to be a supreme court justice.
there was a lot of opposition
to bork for various reasons
including his opposition to the
federal government imposing
standards of voting fairness
upon states.
who has the power to check
this nomination?
what is the power?

Explanation:

Under the U.S. system of separation of powers, the Senate holds the constitutional authority to review and approve or reject presidential nominations for federal judicial positions, including Supreme Court Justices. This check ensures a balance between the executive branch's power to nominate and the legislative branch's role in confirming appointments.

Answer:

1. The U.S. Senate has the power to check this nomination.
2. The power is the constitutional authority to confirm or reject presidential nominations for Supreme Court Justices (advice and consent power).