The Judicial Branch Of Government - Instances When The Court Influences Politics - Dred Scott And The Civil War

The video discusses the Supreme Court's influence on politics, highlighting the Dred Scott decision's role in the Civil War. It profiles current justices, their backgrounds, and the impeachment process, noting Samuel Chase's case. The video also covers diversity milestones, including Thurgood Marshall and Sandra Day O'Connor's appointments.

How did the political views of judges influence presidential appointments to the Supreme Court?

What significant case did Thurgood Marshall argue while serving as an attorney for the NAACP?

What was the significance of Sandra Day O'Connor's appointment to the Supreme Court?