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how many senators need to approve a supreme court justice
the Senate votes to confirm the nominee, which requires a simple majority.
why does the senate vote to confirm the nominee, which requires a simple majority
In this way, both the Executive and Legislative Branches of the federal government have a voice in the composition of the Supreme Court.
How long is the term of a Supreme Court Justice
Justices shall hold their Offices during good Behaviour. This means that the Justices hold office as long as they choose and can only be removed from office by impeachment.

Question: was a court justice impeached
Self-contained rewrite: was a supreme court justice ever impeached