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Sanders Opposes Calls for Sotomayor's Resignation
Bernie Sanders opposes calls for Justice Sotomayor's resignation; Democrats worry about a repeat of the Ginsburg situation; potential for Republican actions after the upcoming elections.
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- What is Bernie Sanders's stance on calls for Justice Sotomayor to resign?
- Bernie Sanders opposes calls for Justice Sotomayor to step down to allow President Biden to nominate a younger replacement before the end of his term.
- Why is the timeframe for appointing a new Supreme Court justice now limited?
- The potential for a Republican-controlled Senate after the upcoming elections makes it unlikely Biden could successfully appoint a new justice in time.
- What actions might Republicans consider regarding the Supreme Court if they gain power?
- Republicans might consider similar actions after gaining power, potentially focusing on Justices Thomas and Alito, who are in their mid-70s.
- What is the main concern driving some Democrats' desire for Justice Sotomayor to step down?
- Some Democrats fear a repeat of the situation with Ruth Bader Ginsburg, whose death allowed Trump to appoint a conservative justice.
- What actions has President Biden taken in response to recent scandals involving Supreme Court justices?
- President Biden has previously proposed term limits and a code of ethics for Supreme Court justices, following scandals involving Justices Thomas and Alito.