Republicans Appear to Have Enough Votes to Confirm Kavanaugh

The transcript discusses the confirmation process of Judge Kavanaugh to the US Supreme Court. It highlights the judicial record comparison between Kavanaugh and Garland, noting their similar voting patterns. Senators Susan Collins and Jeff Flake express their support for Kavanaugh, while Senator Lisa Murkowski opposes his confirmation. Collins defends Kavanaugh against allegations of sexual misconduct, stating insufficient evidence to change her support. The confirmation is seen as a political victory for President Trump and Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell, with Kavanaugh likely to be confirmed soon.

What percentage of cases did Judge Kavanaugh and Merrick Garland vote the same way?

• 85%

• 90%

• 96%

• 100%

Which senator from Maine announced support for Judge Kavanaugh?

• Senator Susan Collins

• Senator Jeff Flake

• Senator Joe Manchin

• Senator Lisa Murkowski

Which senator from Alaska opposed Judge Kavanaugh's confirmation?

• Senator Susan Collins

• Senator Jeff Flake

• Senator Lisa Murkowski

• Senator Joe Manchin

What was the main reason Senator Susan Collins defended Judge Kavanaugh?

• His personal character

• His educational background

• His judicial record

• His political affiliations

What did Senator Susan Collins say about Dr. Christine Blasey Ford's allegations?

• They met the threshold for non-support

• They were irrelevant to the confirmation

• They were completely false

• They lacked sufficient evidence