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.

What did the president say about Ruth Bader Ginsburg's record?

What criticism did President Trump and Senate Republicans face regarding the nomination process?

What did Senate Democrats call on Republicans to do?

What was Susan Collins' stance on naming a nominee before the election?

What could happen after the election regarding the nomination process?