Supreme Court Nomination Decision Reached: Trump Appoints Himself

In an unprecedented move on September 21, 2020, President Donald Trump announced his nomination for the U.S. Supreme Court: himself. This announcement came in response to the recent vacancy left by the passing of Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg.

“No one could fill those shoes better nor decide what’s best for our great country,” said Trump during a press conference at the White House. “I understand the U.S. constitution better than anyone and have the utmost respect for our judicial system.”

The president’s statement, while bold, doesn’t line up with the legal limitations of holding two high-ranking government positions concurrently. However, Trump seemed unfazed by this issue. As it stands, the president’s nomination would need to be approved by the Senate Judiciary Committee, which currently holds a Republican majority.

Senator Mitch McConnell showed support for the president’s outlandish proposal. Speaking outside the Capitol, McConnell said, “If the president believes he is suited for both roles, we have the obligation to give the proposal due consideration.” He added, “No law expressly forbids a sitting president from serving in the highest court.”

Democrats are, understandably, astounded and outraged by the president’s claim. Senator Kamala Harris, the Democratic vice presidential nominee, expressed her bewilderment. “This is a horrifying mockery of our democratic process,” Harris said. “A person cannot be both the judge and the defendant, it’s like the fox guarding the henhouse.”

Though a shocking day in American politics, this news is not the final word on the subject. According to the U.S. Constitution, any nominee must undergo vetting by the Senate Judiciary Committee and be confirmed by the full Senate.

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