President Trump's Moves Will Impact Supreme Court For A Third Time

President Trump's Moves Will Impact Supreme Court For A Third Time

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The transcript discusses the potential shift in the Supreme Court's balance following Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg's replacement by a nominee from President Trump. This could lead to a more conservative court. The nomination process is expedited due to the upcoming 2020 election, drawing criticism from Democrats. Judicial appointments have been a key Republican strategy, with Trump appointing over 200 federal judges. The Supreme Court is expected to address significant cases, including the Affordable Care Act and possibly Roe v Wade. Future challenges may involve bioethics and technology, especially with younger nominees.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What significant change in the Supreme Court is discussed in the first section?

The introduction of term limits for justices

The increase in the number of justices

The appointment of a new Chief Justice

The potential shift towards a more conservative court

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30 sec • 1 pt

How many Supreme Court nominees did President Trump appoint in his first term?

Two

One

Four

Three

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was a key focus of the Republican strategy regarding the judiciary?

Filling judicial vacancies quickly

Reducing the number of federal judges

Increasing the salaries of judges

Limiting the power of the Supreme Court

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which major legal issue is the Supreme Court expected to address in the near future?

The Second Amendment

The Affordable Care Act

Environmental regulations

Immigration laws

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What emerging area of law is expected to see more cases in the Supreme Court?

Maritime law

Taxation

Computer-related cases

Real estate