President Vows To Name A Successor To Ginsburg This Week

The transcript discusses the replacement of Associate Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg, who passed away. President Trump announced his intention to nominate a woman to fill the vacancy. The timing of the nomination process, less than 50 days before the 2020 election, has been criticized, especially given Ginsburg's role in the court's liberal wing. Senate Democrats urged Republicans to adhere to their 2016 precedent of halting Supreme Court nominations in an election year. Republican Senator Susan Collins expressed her belief that a nominee should not be named until after the election, potentially providing a crucial vote against the nomination.

Who did President Trump intend to nominate to replace Justice Ginsburg?

• A man

• A senator

• A woman

• A former judge

What was the main criticism faced by President Trump and Senate Republicans regarding the nomination process?

• Ignoring public opinion

• Nominating a candidate from the opposing party

• Starting the process too close to the election

• Choosing a candidate without legal experience

Why did Senate Democrats urge Republicans to follow their own precedent?

• To ensure a fair nomination process

• To delay the nomination until after the election

• To nominate a bipartisan candidate

• To avoid public backlash

Which Republican senator expressed opposition to naming a nominee before the election?

• Ted Cruz

• Mitch McConnell

• Lindsey Graham

• Susan Collins

How many Republican votes would Democrats need to stop the nomination?

• One

• Two

• Four

• Three