Question

A federal judge is found to be making decisions that are not in the best interest of the country. According to the system of checks and balances, what can be done?

1. Nothing can be done because the judge cannot be removed from office.

2. The judge can be voted out of office.

3. The president can fire the judge.

4. The legislative branch can decide to remove the judge from office.

Answer 1

2. The judge can be voted out of office. sounds the most accurate

Step-by-step explanation:

the legislative branch doesn't have the power to remove judges. Only Congress has the authority to remove an Article III judge. This is done through a vote of impeachment by the House and a trial and conviction by the Senate.