Who is chosen by the Electoral College?

The correct answer is that the Electoral College is responsible for selecting the President and Vice President of the United States. This process is outlined in the Constitution and takes place every four years during the presidential election.

When citizens cast their votes on Election Day, they are actually voting for a slate of electors pledged to vote for their chosen candidate. These electors are typically chosen by the political parties in each state and are tasked with formally voting for the President and Vice President. This system was established as a compromise between electing the President by a vote in Congress and by popular vote.

The other options do not fit the role of the Electoral College. Members of Congress, including Senators and Representatives, are elected directly by the people of their respective states and do not involve the Electoral College in their selection. Supreme Court Justices are nominated by the President and confirmed by the Senate, while governors are elected by the citizens of their states. Thus, the foundational role of the Electoral College solely centers on determining the outcome of presidential elections.