Senate vote: Nomination // September 29, 2005
Confirmation John G. Roberts, Jr., of Maryland, to be Chief Justice of the United States
Who won, and how much of the country was behind them
| Side | Outcome | Votes | Share of U.S. adults |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yea | Won | 78 | 63.7% |
| Nay | Lost | 22 | 36.3% |
| Not represented on this question | No position taken | 0 | 0.0% |