The confirmation process for President Trump's Supreme Court nominee, Judge Amy Coney Barrett, is set to begin Monday. AMY CONEY BARRETT CONFIRMATION HEARING TO BEGIN OCT. 12 AS SENATE RAMPS UP COVID PRECAUTIONSBackground investigationPrior to holding a hearing on a nominee, the Senate Judiciary Committee conducts an extensive investigation. In addition to this process, Supreme Court nominees often meet privately with senators to discuss their nomination. Committee hearingThe next step is a hearing before the Senate Judiciary Committee, which often lasts four or five days. Senate debate and voteFollowing the Senate Judiciary Committee's vote, the nomination goes before the full Senate.

Source: Fox News October 11, 2020 12:00 UTC