Trump's Supreme Court Pick Heads to Capitol Hill to Woo Senators

Trump's Supreme Court Pick Heads to Capitol Hill to Woo Senators

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The transcript discusses a Senate meeting where key lawmakers, including Susan Collins, are involved in the confirmation process of a candidate who aligns with the 1973 Roe v. Wade decision. The slim Republican majority and the ailing Senator John McCain pose challenges. Mitch McConnell aims to complete the process before midterms. Kavanaugh receives a positive review from Noah Feldman, but Democrats show resistance. A White House meeting with Republicans and key figures shows support for Kavanaugh, highlighting the political tension close to the midterms.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

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What is the main challenge faced by Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell in the confirmation process?

A strong opposition from the media

A lack of support from the President

An ailing Senator John McCain

A large Democratic majority

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

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Which key lawmaker is mentioned as being hesitant to support a candidate who disagrees with Roe V Wade?

Senator Mitch McConnell

Senator John McCain

Senator Donnelly Heitkamp

Senator Susan Collins

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did Noah Feldman of Harvard Law view Mr. Kavanaugh's nomination?

He was critical of it

He gave it a rave review

He was indifferent

He opposed it

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

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What was the response of centrist Democrat Senators to the White House invitation?

They accepted the invitation

They were undecided

They declined the invitation

They sent representatives

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

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Who was present at the White House event to show support for Judge Kavanaugh?

Only Judge Kavanaugh's family

Only the President and Vice President

Virtually every Republican in the Senate

A few Republican senators