06-27-2018, 08:30 PM
(06-27-2018, 08:02 PM)Belsnickel Wrote: Did they blow up the filibuster for Gorsuch? I couldn't remember. I'm okay with a conservative Justice, as Kennedy is a conservative. It should just be more in line with Kennedy.
Yes, they did. The Dems only real hope is McCain either being incapacitated or not approving of an overly partisan nominee. Losing that Alabama seat may have some real consequences as with it they don't need McCain. Flake is a possible stumbling block as well. I still think they'll get a nominee to the right of Kennedy. If the GOP keeps the Senate, and I think it's far more likely they gain seats than lose control, then the Dems had best hope RBG stays healthy or the SCOTUS will lean heavily conservative until Thomas dies or retires.
