Question

Which statement best analyzes the disadvantages of lifetime appointments for federal judges?(1 point)
Responses

Less frequent turnover creates problems with positions being available for new judges being appointed.
Less frequent turnover creates problems with positions being available for new judges being appointed.

Judges are appointed by the president and confirmed by the Senate, making them more vulnerable to influenced decision making.
Judges are appointed by the president and confirmed by the Senate, making them more vulnerable to influenced decision making.

Appointment by the president who appointed them can sway their rulings.
Appointment by the president who appointed them can sway their rulings.

Diminished mental clarity and stamina could impede judges from fully carrying out their assigned duties without age and term limits.

Answer 1

The statement that best analyzes the disadvantages of lifetime appointments for federal judges is:

**Diminished mental clarity and stamina could impede judges from fully carrying out their assigned duties without age and term limits.**

This statement addresses a specific concern regarding the impact of age on a judge's ability to perform their responsibilities effectively over time, which is a recognized disadvantage of lifetime appointments.