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former9thward

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5. Hypothetical are ok in confirmation hearings.

Reply to intrepidity (Original post)

Sun Apr 28, 2024, 10:50 PM

Apr 28

A senator can ask whatever they want. In the modern era confirmations have turned into a series of gotcha questions against the nominee by the opposing party. So, nominees have been reluctant to answer, and they use the excuse they may have to rule on the issue in a future case.

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So why are hypotheticals not ok during SCOTUS confirmation hearings [View all] intrepidity Apr 28 OP

Because hypotheticals may reveal biases during the confirmation process. And right-wingers need to hide that unblock Apr 28 #1

Hypotheticals are ok! Bobstandard Apr 28 #2

Because the justices are ASKING the hypotheticals in court Ms. Toad Apr 28 #3

K&R UTUSN Apr 28 #4

Hypothetical are ok in confirmation hearings. former9thward Apr 28 #5

Aren't they supposed to rule on the case in front of them? kentuck Apr 29 #6