The governor selected U.S. Rep. Evan Jenkins, a Republican representing the southern swath of the state in Congress, and former House of Delegates Speaker Tim Armstead for the positions.

"We've lost some level of confidence and some level of trust," Justice said at a Saturday press conference, in reference to the high court. "And on a nationwide basis it's cast a black eye. What we need to do more than anything is repair, move on and show the nation how committed we are as West Virginians to have a solid court and, in my opinion, without any question, a conservative court."

Jenkins and Armstead will be sworn in as justices in mid-September, after a 20-day notice and comment period, according to the Charleston Gazette-Mail. Provided that no objections to their appointments are sustained, they will serve until November's general election. Both Jenkins and Armstead will stand in that election for a full term on the state Supreme Court.