Trump’s Rush to Fill Seat Draws Supreme Court Into Political Mire

The transcript discusses the potential political impact on the Supreme Court's credibility, focusing on the possibility of a new justice being appointed before the election. It explores the Republican advantage and the challenges they face, as well as the Democratic response, including the possibility of expanding the court. The discussion also covers the implications for the Affordable Care Act, with the Supreme Court set to hear arguments shortly after the election. The potential shift in the court's ideological balance and its effects on U.S. policymaking are highlighted.

What reasons did House Speaker Nancy Pelosi give for President Trump's urgency in pushing through the nomination?

What challenges do Republicans face in trying to strike down the Affordable Care Act despite having a new justice?