Tracking The Votes As Pres. Trump Prepares Supreme Court Nomination

The transcript discusses the Senate's process for voting on a Supreme Court nominee, highlighting the Republican majority's role and the positions of key senators. It explores Democratic strategies to block the nomination, such as expanding the court or impeachment. The potential impact of the lame duck period, especially if Mark Kelly wins the Arizona Senate race, is also considered. Mitch McConnell's strategic awareness of these factors is noted.

How many Republican senators are needed to confirm a nominee in the Senate?

• 53

• 50

• 54

• 51

Which two GOP senators have stated they will not vote to confirm a Supreme Court Justice before the election?

• Mike Pence and Bill Barr

• Mitt Romney and Cory Gardner

• Lisa Murkowski and Susan Collins

• Lamar Alexander and Mitch McConnell

What is one strategy Democrats have considered to block the nomination?

• Negotiating with Republicans

• Holding a public referendum

• Reducing the number of justices

• Expanding the court

What is the 'lame duck period' in the context of the U.S. Congress?

• The time between the election and the new Congress being sworn in

• The last month of a current Congress

• The period when Congress is in recess

• The first month of a new Congress

Who could potentially be seated as a new senator from Arizona before January 3rd if they win the election?

• Joe Biden

• Martha McSally

• Mike Pence

• Mark Kelly