President Trump Vows To Fill Supreme Court Vacancy 'Without Delay'

President Trump Vows To Fill Supreme Court Vacancy 'Without Delay'

Assessment

Interactive Video

Social Studies

University

Hard

Created by

Quizizz Content

FREE Resource

The transcript discusses the President's reaction to Justice Ginsburg's death and the strategic importance of Supreme Court nominations in his campaign. It highlights the President's real-time response at a rally, the emphasis on the Supreme Court's future, and the potential impact on the election. The President's statement to the GOP underscores the urgency of filling the vacancy, appealing to conservative voters who prioritize judicial appointments. The discussion also touches on the possibility of using the nomination as an electoral advantage, though the President seems unlikely to delay the process.

Read more

5 questions

Show all answers

1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the president's initial response to the news of Ginsburg's death?

He ignored questions about the vacancy.

He immediately announced a nominee.

He postponed his campaign rally.

He held a press conference.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is the Supreme Court vacancy significant for the president's campaign?

It enables him to pass new legislation.

It provides an opportunity to change the election date.

It is a chance to influence the court's balance.

It allows him to appoint a new vice president.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one reason some voters might support the president?

His foreign policy decisions.

His economic reforms.

His judicial appointments.

His healthcare policies.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What strategy might the president use regarding the Supreme Court nomination?

Nominate a candidate from the opposing party.

Ignore the vacancy until after the election.

Delay the nomination to gain electoral advantage.

Appoint a temporary justice.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How do some conservatives view the president's leadership style?

They are indifferent to it.

They oppose it entirely.

They disagree with it but support his judicial picks.

They fully support it.