As a result of a practice known as _____, home-state senators of the president's political party can influence the choice of the nominee to a district court.

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Senatorial courtesy is a practice in the United States where the President consults the home-state senators of his political party before nominating a person to a federal district court. If a senator from the nominee's state opposes the nomination, it is likely that the nomination will not proceed. This tradition allows senators to have a significant influence on the judicial appointments in their state.

As a Result of a Practice Known as _____, Home-State