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Lights, Camera, SCOTUS!

Strict Scrutiny

CHAPTER

The Appointment of Abe Fortis

President Johnson's appointment of Abe Fortis as Chief Justice is discussed, exploring their friendship and the Senate's hindrance due to concerns about ethics and separation of powers. Parallels are drawn between this event and Mitch McConnell's actions to block President Obama's Supreme Court nomination.

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