Which Branch Approves Nominations?

The United States Constitution provides that the president "shall nominate, and by and with the Advice and Consent

of the Senate, shall appoint Ambassadors, other public Ministers and Consuls, Judges of the Supreme Court, and all other Officers of the United States, whose Appointments are not herein otherwise provided ...

Which branch of government confirms nominations?

The legislative branch drafts proposed laws, confirms or rejects presidential nominations for heads of federal agencies, federal judges, and the Supreme Court, and has the authority to declare war.

Which branch is given the power to approve nominations?

The legislative branch has the power to approve Presidential nominations, control the budget, and can impeach the President and remove him or her from office.