What Next | Daily News and Analysis Who Is Trump Promoting For Life?
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Jul 14, 2025 Jay Willis, Editor-in-chief of Balls and Strikes, dives into the controversial nomination of Emil Bove for a lifelong position on the Third Circuit Court of Appeals. They discuss how Bove's ties to Trump highlight a concerning trend of political loyalty over judicial qualifications. The conversation also explores the broader implications of Trump’s judicial appointments on issues like church-state relations and the shifting views within the GOP on constitutional matters. Willis emphasizes the potential long-term impacts of these nominations on the U.S. legal landscape.
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Loyalty Shapes Judicial Nominations
- Trump administration seeks judicial nominees loyal to him and willing to signal that loyalty through their positions.
- These nominees often employ evasive, lawyerly answers aligning with conspiracy theories common in GOP politics.
Emile Beauvais: Trump's Hatchet Lawyer
- Emile Beauvais rapidly rose from Trump's personal lawyer to a Third Circuit Court of Appeals nominee.
- Beauvais allegedly encouraged ignoring court rulings and told DOJ lawyers to fight hard for the Trump administration.
Ed Artau's Judicial Audition
- Florida state judge Ed Artau wrote a concurring opinion criticizing First Amendment protections for journalists.
- His public stance seemingly boosted his nomination prospects, including an unusual personal meeting with Trump.