Question

which of the following usually happens when there is an opening for a federal judge?
selecting a new judge becomes national news.
current judges choose from a list of potential candidates.
the supreme court will no longer hear cases.
eligible voters go to the polls to select a new judge.

Explanation:

Federal judicial appointments, especially for higher courts like the Supreme Court, receive widespread national media attention due to their long-term impact on legal and policy outcomes. Current judges do not select new federal judges; the President nominates and the Senate confirms. The Supreme Court continues hearing cases during vacancies, and voters do not elect federal judges.

Answer:

Selecting a new judge becomes national news.