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What is one argument in favor of federal judges having lifetime appointments?

Judges can push their own political agendas.
Judges can retire when their political party is in power.
Judges can be chosen for age instead of experience.
Judges can rule on cases without fearing retribution.

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Judges can rule on cases without fearing retribution.

Lifetime appointments promote judicial independence by insulating judges from political pressure and the need to please voters or appointing officials.