Bureaucratic appointments refer to individuals appointed by the President for various positions within executive agencies or departments. These positions include agency heads, ambassadors, judgeships, and other key administrative roles.
Related terms
Cabinet Members: Cabinet members are individuals appointed by the President to head executive departments, such as the Secretary of State or the Secretary of Defense.
Civil Service: Civil service refers to non-elected government employees who work in various federal agencies and departments. They are hired based on merit rather than political affiliation.
Confirmation Process: The confirmation process is the procedure by which the Senate evaluates and approves or rejects Presidential nominations for certain positions, including bureaucratic appointments.