I'll Have to Think About That

The Constitution, the Senate, a President, and a Supreme Court Vacancy


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In this episode I explain the constitutional issues related to Supreme Court nominations and confirmations, the rules created within that, and the traditions around the same. I describe and explain, then interpret and analyze, and even offer some commentary, staying neutral as much as possible.

Suggested Readings:

  • The U.S. Constitution - Article II, Section 2
  • McConnell Blocks Obama Nominee - CBS news article with quotes from 2016 and now
  • Context Article on Democrats Reducing the Threshold for Presidential Nominees to a Simple Majority - this is when they "ended the filibuster" for these votes
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    I'll Have to Think About ThatBy Jeremy Gypton