Kennedy Nomination Hearings
Justice Kennedy responded to questions from committee members about his views regarding such topics as labor issues, death penalty, and the establishment clause.
President Reagan nominated Justice Kennedy to the Supreme Court on November 30, 1987. The Senate confirmed his nomination on February 3, 1988 with a vote of 97 in favor, 0 opposed. Justice Kennedy was named to succeed retired Supreme Court Justice Lewis Powell.
Prior to confirmation hearings for Judge John Roberts, a compilation of Senate Judiciary hearings on the nomination of Justice Anthony Kennedy… read more
Prior to confirmation hearings for Judge John Roberts, a compilation of Senate Judiciary hearings on the nomination of Justice Anthony Kennedy was shown. Justice Kennedy’s three days of testimony took place from December 14-16 of 1987. Portions were drawn from hearings on December 1987.
Justice Kennedy responded to questions from committee members about his views regarding such topics as labor issues, death penalty, and the establishment clause.
President Reagan nominated Justice Kennedy to the Supreme Court on November 30, 1987. The Senate confirmed his nomination on February 3, 1988 with a vote of 97 in favor, 0 opposed. Justice Kennedy was named to succeed retired Supreme Court Justice Lewis Powell. close
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