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.

What is the significance of the lame duck period in relation to the nomination?

• It allows for new senators to be seated

• It is a time when the current president has less power

• It is when the new Congress is sworn in

• All of the above

Who is the potential new senator from Arizona that could be seated before January 3rd?

• Martha McSally

• Mark Kelly

• Joe Biden

• Mitch McConnell