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Trump Touts Confirmation of More Than 150 Federal Judges

WASHINGTON—President Donald Trump highlighted the confirmation of more than 150 federal judges under..

WASHINGTON—President Donald Trump highlighted the confirmation of more than 150 federal judges under his administration, during a speech at the White House on Nov. 6 in which he described the number as a “profoundly historic milestone” and a “truly momentous achievement.”

Speaking in the East Room, Trump hosted a number of senior administration officials, members of Congress, legal scholars, state and local leaders, and supporters.

Congress so far has confirmed 112 judges to federal district courts, 43 judges to federal circuit courts, and two new justices to the U.S. Supreme Court.

Trump said that he expects that number to reach about 182 in the next two months. Federal judges are nominated by the president and then must be confirmed by the U.S. Senate. Under Article III of the U.S. Constitution, federal judges hold a lifetime appointment and can only be removed from office through impeachment.

“They will uphold our constitution as written,” Trump said, referring to the appointed federal judges. “These distinguished men and women are some of the most gifted scholars, respected jurists, and finest legal minds ever placed on the federal bench.”

“Together, we are restoring American freedom, defending American justice, and preserving the extraordinary vision of our Founding Fathers.”

During his remarks, Trump gave a shoutout to Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.) and invited him to stand up, to applause. Trump also thanked a number of Republican senators, as well as Vice President Mike Pence and Attorney General William Barr, who also attended the event.

“Ive always heard actually that when you become president, the single most important thing you can do is federal judges. … Based on that, I think theres nobody thats done a better job ever than Senator Mitch McConnell,” he said.

“Generations from now, Americans will know that Mitch McConnell helped save the constitutional rule of law in America.”

Trump also warned about judges assuming the role of a legislator, saying that would threaten the rights of all citizens.

“In other words, the impartial and objective judge who is a faithful servant of the law is essential to the survival of American liberty,” he said.

According to the White House, approximately 1 in 4 active judges on the U.S. Courts of Appeals has been appointed by Trump. The appointments have also tipped the balance in some courts, including the flipping of the U.S. CRead More – Source

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