Biden’s Big Judicial Victory

Biden's first year as president has been marked by challenges in passing domestic legislation due to slim majorities and adherence to the filibuster. However, he has achieved significant success in appointing judges, breaking records for the number of federal and circuit judges appointed. Biden's focus on diversity is evident, with a majority of his appointees being people of color and women. Despite challenges in flipping judicial seats, Biden is replacing moderate judges with more progressive ones. The future of his judicial appointments depends on maintaining Senate control, as losing seats could halt his progress.

What was one of Biden's significant achievements in his first year despite facing challenges?

• Passing major economic reforms

• Appointing a record number of federal judges

• Overhauling the voting system

• Improving labor rights significantly

What distinguishes circuit judges from district judges?

• Circuit judges are elected by the public

• Circuit judges are appointed for shorter terms

• Circuit judges are the last step before the Supreme Court

• Circuit judges handle only criminal cases

What is a notable feature of Biden's judicial appointees?

• They are mostly from corporate backgrounds

• They are all from the same political party

• They include a high percentage of women and people of color

• They are primarily former politicians

What challenge does Biden face in continuing his pace of judicial appointments?

• A slimmer majority in the Senate

• Judicial reforms blocking new appointments

• Opposition from his own party

• Lack of qualified candidates

How might Biden's judicial appointments impact the courts?

• They will make the courts more conservative

• They will lead to more corporate-friendly rulings

• They will have no impact on court decisions

• They will introduce more diverse and progressive perspectives