Related Resources at the Library

Find Legal Resources

Presidential Nominations

The president is responsible for nominating individuals to a wide variety of civilian, judicial and military positions. The Senate must confirm nominations. The Constitution mandates this process for ambassadors, cabinet members and Supreme Court justices. Other laws require that the Senate also confirm federal judges and certain other military and civilian appointees. Find recommended resources on selected presidential nominations deemed to be of broad public interest. Selected PDF images of hearing transcripts, committee reports and documents, and other government documents are provided.

U.S. Department of Defense: Robert M. Gates

On November 8, 2006, President Bush announced the nomination of Robert M. Gates to succeed Donald H. Rumsfeld as Secretary of Defense. Research specialists at the Law Library compiled a selection of resources relating to Dr. Gates. Congressional hearings and documents as well as press releases, news articles and other secondary material are included.

Supreme Court Nominations

Sandra Day O'Connor's resignation and the subsequent nominations of Robert G. Roberts, Jr., Harriet E. Miers and Samuel A. Alito have heightened the interest in the nominations process. Research specialists at the Law Library compiled a selection of resources which include Congressional hearings and documents, floor debate, votes and additional secondary materials.

Last Updated: 09/06/2007