The tradition of senatorial courtesy gives heavy weight to the preferences of the senators from the state where a federal district judge is to serve.

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Senatorial courtesy is a tradition in the U.S. Senate where the President consults the senators from the state where a federal judicial appointment is to be made, giving them significant influence over the nomination.

The Tradition of Senatorial Courtesy Gives Heavy Weight to the Preferences