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Donald Trump Floats Name for New Supreme Court Justice

Donald Trump Floats Name for New Supreme Court Justice

Summary

President Donald Trump mentioned the possibility of Senator Ted Cruz becoming a Supreme Court justice during a speech. President Trump joked that both Democrats and Republicans would support Cruz's nomination because they want him out of the Senate.

Key Facts

  • President Trump talked about nominating Ted Cruz for the Supreme Court.
  • The comment was made during a "Trump accounts" speech with Ted Cruz in attendance.
  • President Trump called Ted Cruz a "brilliant legal name" and a "brilliant man."
  • Trump joked that both political parties would support Cruz's nomination to remove him from the Senate.
  • The context was informal and included lighthearted remarks.

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