Unsuccessful Nominations To The Supreme Court of The United States - James K. Polk

James K. Polk

After Henry Baldwin's death, Polk nominated James Buchanan, who declined the nomination.

Polk also nominated George W. Woodward to replace Henry Baldwin in 1845. The Senate rejected him by a vote of 20–29.

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