What Happens After President Trump Nominates The Next Justice?

What Happens After President Trump Nominates The Next Justice?

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The transcript discusses the potential nomination of a Supreme Court justice, focusing on the roles of key political figures like Kamala Harris and Mitch McConnell. It explores the dynamics within the Senate Judiciary Committee and the broader Senate, including the implications of court packing. The future composition of the Supreme Court is also considered, with attention to possible retirements and the impact of political decisions.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What role is Senator Kamala Harris expected to play in the Supreme Court nomination process?

She will oppose the nomination.

She will campaign for the nominee.

She will be a key questioner in the Senate Judiciary Committee.

She will lead the nomination process.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why might Mitch McConnell delay the Supreme Court nomination process?

To wait for a new Senate majority.

To avoid media scrutiny.

To gather more support from Democrats.

To see the outcome of the presidential election.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What concern do Democrats have regarding the replacement of Justice Ginsburg?

That it will delay the election.

That it will lead to a more liberal court.

That it will increase court cases.

That it will result in a conservative majority.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was Joe Biden's stance on court packing during the primaries?

He was in favor of it.

He was undecided.

He was firmly against it.

He supported a limited version.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a potential future scenario for the Supreme Court discussed in the transcript?

A court with more justices than ever before.

A court with a majority of justices over 80 years old.

A younger court due to retirements.

A court with no retirements in the near future.