Could Democrats pressure Justice Sotomayor to step down for replacement?

The video discusses the implications of the recent election results on the Supreme Court, focusing on potential retirements and appointments. It highlights the strategic considerations of Democrats and Republicans regarding the court's future composition, particularly concerning Justices Sotomayor, Thomas, and Alito. The discussion also covers the Senate's role in confirming justices and the potential impact of future elections on the court's balance.

What is one of the strategies Democrats are considering after the recent election results?

• Reducing the term length of justices

• Increasing the number of Supreme Court justices

• Appointing a conservative justice

• Convincing Justice Sotomayor to retire

Which justice would become the longest-serving in American history if they wait until the end of Trump's next term?

• Justice Clarence Thomas

• Justice Sonia Sotomayor

• Justice Samuel Alito

• Chief Justice John Roberts

What is a major concern for Democrats regarding Justice Sotomayor?

• Her opposition to recent legislation

• Her potential retirement and health issues

• Her lack of experience

• Her conservative voting record

What historical event are Democrats trying to avoid repeating with Justice Sotomayor?

• The appointment of Justice Amy Coney Barrett

• The impeachment of a Supreme Court justice

• The resignation of a Chief Justice

• The expansion of the Supreme Court

What is a potential challenge in appointing a new justice according to the third section?

• The lack of qualified candidates

• The current Senate composition

• The President's disinterest in appointing justices

• The Supreme Court's refusal to accept new members