Does the Right Still Believe in 'No More Souters'?
Summary
President George H.W. Bush nominated David Souter to the U.S. Supreme Court in 1990, expecting him to be a conservative justice, but Souter often sided with liberals. Conservatives now want future nominees to clearly show strong conservative values and consistency. There is speculation that justices like Alito or Thomas might retire soon, giving President Trump a chance to nominate a new justice.Key Facts
- David Souter was nominated by President George H.W. Bush in 1990 as a conservative Supreme Court justice.
- Souter later often voted with the court’s liberal majority, surprising conservatives.
- "No more Souters" became a conservative slogan to prevent surprise liberal judicial nominees.
- President George W. Bush’s nominee Samuel Alito is seen as a strong conservative justice.
- President Trump appointed three Supreme Court justices, none have yet been seen as betraying conservatives.
- Justices Alito (age 76) and Thomas may retire soon, opening up the possibility for new nominations.
- The U.S. Senate’s control is uncertain after upcoming elections, which affects the chances of confirming a new justice.
- James C. Ho, a federal judge known for strong conservative positions, is mentioned as a potential Supreme Court nominee.
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