Brett Kavanaugh nomination advances to final showdown Saturday; bitterly divided Senate votes 51-49 to push it through
6 years, 3 months ago

Brett Kavanaugh nomination advances to final showdown Saturday; bitterly divided Senate votes 51-49 to push it through

Firstpost  

A bitterly divided US Senate on Friday morning pushed embattled Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh past a procedural hurdle setting up a final weekend vote which will mark a dramatic finish to a wild circus. Washington: A bitterly divided US Senate on Friday morning pushed embattled Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh past a procedural hurdle setting up a final weekend showdown which will mark a dramatic finish to what has become a bizarre political circus over the last two tension filled weeks after sexual assault allegations were brought against Kavanaugh. “What left wing groups and their Democratic allies have done to Judge Kavanaugh is nothing short of monstrous,” Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman Chuck Grassley, R-Iowa, said on the chamber’s floor before the vote. He accused Democrats of using destructive, unwarranted personal attacks on the nominee and even encouraging the protesters, saying, “They have encouraged mob rule.” Dianne Feinstein of California, that committee’s top Democrat, said Kavanaugh’s testimony at last week’s dramatic Judiciary panel hearing should “worry us all,” citing “a hostility and belligerence that is unbecoming” of a Supreme Court nominee.

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Senators warn that Pete Hegseth’s hearings will echo Brett Kavanaugh’s with fervor from both sides
4 weeks, 2 days ago

Senators warn that Pete Hegseth’s hearings will echo Brett Kavanaugh’s with fervor from both sides

The Independent  

Sign up for the daily Inside Washington email for exclusive US coverage and analysis sent to your inbox Get our free Inside Washington email Get our free Inside Washington email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Senate Republicans fear that the confirmation hearings for secretary of …

Brett Kavanaugh accuser ends silence over SCOTUS confirmation despite sexual attack claim
10 months ago

Brett Kavanaugh accuser ends silence over SCOTUS confirmation despite sexual attack claim

Raw Story  

Christine Blasey Ford is breaking her silence on U.S. Supreme Court justice Brett Kavanaugh for the first time since he was confirmed in spite of her sexual assault allegations. “Once he categorically denied my allegations as well as any bad behavior from his past during a Fox News interview, I felt more certainty than ever that after my experience with …

Brett Kavanaugh accuser to release memoir about her legendary testimony before Senate
1 year, 4 months ago

Brett Kavanaugh accuser to release memoir about her legendary testimony before Senate

The Independent  

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Column: Brett Kavanaugh’s Roe vote proved it again — he has a truth problem
2 years, 6 months ago

Column: Brett Kavanaugh’s Roe vote proved it again — he has a truth problem

LA Times  

Supreme Court Justice Brett M. Kavanaugh was one of the five justices to vote to overturn Roe vs. Wade. In the latest blow, Maine Sen. Susan Collins, a fellow Republican whose vote was decisive when the Senate confirmed Kavanaugh four years ago, has doubled-down on her contention that he “misled” her when he reassured her that, if confirmed, he would …

Brett Kavanaugh: What was he accused of and what happened at his Supreme Court confirmation hearing?
2 years, 9 months ago

Brett Kavanaugh: What was he accused of and what happened at his Supreme Court confirmation hearing?

The Independent  

Sign up for the daily Inside Washington email for exclusive US coverage and analysis sent to your inbox Get our free Inside Washington email Get our free Inside Washington email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Ms Swetnick — who said she had received security clearances while working for the …

'What the heck? You're an insurrectionist': Senators remain tense over Jan. 6 and Kavanaugh hearings
2 years, 11 months ago

'What the heck? You're an insurrectionist': Senators remain tense over Jan. 6 and Kavanaugh hearings

Raw Story  

Bitterness lingers among some senators over the Brett Kavanaugh confirmation hearings -- and the Jan. 6 insurrection -- although lawmakers say they've moved on. The conservative Supreme Court justice was narrowly confirmed Oct. 6, 2018, despite testimony from a physician who said Kavanaugh had sexually assaulted her as a teenager and other allegations of misconduct, and the contentious saga continues …

FBI received 4,500 tips about Supreme Court Justice Brett Kavanaugh
3 years, 5 months ago

FBI received 4,500 tips about Supreme Court Justice Brett Kavanaugh

Daily Mail  

Almost three years after Brett Kavanaugh survived allegations of sexual misconduct to win confirmation to the Supreme Court, the FBI revealed it received more than 4500 tips as part of their background checks. Now Democratic senators say an FBI background check into him failed to properly investigate thousands of tips More than 20 million watched Kavanaugh's confirmation hearings as he …

Amy Coney Barrett hearing: Republican who voted against both Obama nominees complains about partisan politics
4 years, 3 months ago

Amy Coney Barrett hearing: Republican who voted against both Obama nominees complains about partisan politics

The Independent  

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Kavanaugh avoids controversy in first major appearance
5 years, 2 months ago

Kavanaugh avoids controversy in first major appearance

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Justice Brett Kavanaugh called himself grateful and optimistic Thursday, avoiding controversy in his first major public appearance since his stormy Supreme Court confirmation a year ago. The conservative legal organization has championed judges appointed by President Donald Trump, including Kavanaugh and Justice Neil Gorsuch. The liberal activist group Demand Justice, which wants Congress to impeach Kavanaugh, placed a …

Brett Kavanaugh forced to face Christine Blasey Ford's testimony before addressing legal group
5 years, 2 months ago

Brett Kavanaugh forced to face Christine Blasey Ford's testimony before addressing legal group

Salon  

Supreme Court Justice Brett Kavanaugh was forced to face a giant screen featuring the testimony by Dr. Christine Blasey Ford, the woman who accused him of sexual misconduct during his confirmation hearings, upon arriving to his first high-profile speech since joining the bench last year. Blasey Ford said she was "100 percent" certain that Kavanaugh had assaulted her in her …

Brett Kavanaugh book: 5 takeaways
5 years, 4 months ago

Brett Kavanaugh book: 5 takeaways

CNN  

Washington CNN — Robin Pogrebin and Kate Kelly dropped a political bombshell on Washington when they published an excerpt of their book on Brett Kavanaugh describing an additional incident from the Supreme Court justice’s time at Yale in the 1980s that didn’t come out during his contentious confirmation hearings last year. The book, “The Education of Brett Kavanaugh,” also details …

Trump rallies to Kavanaugh’s defense after new sexual misconduct allegation surfaces
5 years, 4 months ago

Trump rallies to Kavanaugh’s defense after new sexual misconduct allegation surfaces

LA Times  

President Trump vigorously defended Brett Kavanaugh on Sunday following a new allegation of sexual misconduct during the Supreme Court justice’s college years, as some leading Democratic presidential contenders raised fresh suspicions that Kavanaugh was untruthful during last year’s Senate hearings leading to his confirmation to the high court. Sen. Amy Klobuchar, a Minnesota Democrat who, like Harris, sits on the …

For Brett Kavanaugh, allegations remain in forefront
5 years, 8 months ago

For Brett Kavanaugh, allegations remain in forefront

CNN  

Washington CNN — Seven months after he joined the US Supreme Court, the cloud of Christine Blasey Ford’s sexual assault allegations still hangs over Justice Brett Kavanaugh, recalled in media reports across the political spectrum and unresolved in the US judiciary’s own process for handling related ethics claims. Ongoing review of complaints A Denver-based judicial council last December dismissed a …

Senate Report Concludes No Evidence Supports Kavanaugh Misconduct Accusations
6 years, 2 months ago

Senate Report Concludes No Evidence Supports Kavanaugh Misconduct Accusations

Huff Post  

A report by the Republican-controlled Senate Judiciary Committee concluded that no evidence supported the “numerous allegations” of misconduct against Supreme Court Justice Brett Kavanaugh that surfaced during his confirmation process. According to the Senate Judiciary Committee report, six FBI reports on Kavanaugh over the course of his career in politics and on the bench ― probes that included interviews with …

Yale Law school graffitied with Christine Blasey Ford's testimony against Brett Kavanaugh
6 years, 2 months ago

Yale Law school graffitied with Christine Blasey Ford's testimony against Brett Kavanaugh

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Some of the powerful senate …

How will the Kavanaugh controversy affect US midterms?
6 years, 3 months ago

How will the Kavanaugh controversy affect US midterms?

Al Jazeera  

Washington, DC – With the vicious Senate battle over the Supreme Court nomination of Brett Kavanaugh concluded by a 50-48 vote, focus now turns to the upcoming midterm elections. “Right now, I think it’s really unclear what’s going to be the result of this.” {articleGUID} Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell said the Kavanaugh fight will help Republicans on November 6. …

Donald Trump apologises to Brett Kavanaugh for 'terrible pain', says assault allegations were a 'hoax'
6 years, 3 months ago

Donald Trump apologises to Brett Kavanaugh for 'terrible pain', says assault allegations were a 'hoax'

ABC  

US President Donald Trump has apologised to Justice Brett Kavanaugh and his family for the "terrible suffering" they have endured during the Supreme Court confirmation hearing, after earlier calling sexual assault allegations against his pick a "hoax". Key points: Mr Kavanaugh was appointed to the Supreme Court despite sexual assault allegations An entirely ceremonial swearing-in was held for Mr Kavanaugh …

GOP Senators On 'Saturday Night Live' Party Like Frat Boys Over Kavanaugh
6 years, 3 months ago

GOP Senators On 'Saturday Night Live' Party Like Frat Boys Over Kavanaugh

Huff Post  

“Saturday Night Live’s” cast morphed into wild and crazy Republican senators in the cold open to party hearty over the confirmation of Brett Kavanaugh as a Supreme Court justice. “Let’s ralph til we boof!” yelled Louisiana Sen. John Kennedy, played by Kyle Mooney, as the old white guys whooped it up in their locker room. CNN correspondent-on-scene Dana Bash noted …

Kavanaugh sworn to high court after rancorous confirmation
6 years, 3 months ago

Kavanaugh sworn to high court after rancorous confirmation

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Brett Kavanaugh was sworn in Saturday night as the 114th justice of the U.S. Supreme Court, after a wrenching debate over sexual misconduct and judicial temperament that shattered the Senate, captivated the nation and ushered in an acrimonious new level of polarization — now encroaching on the court that the 53-year-old judge may well swing rightward for decades …

Brett Kavanaugh confirmed to Supreme Court amid widespread outcry over sexual assault allegations
6 years, 3 months ago

Brett Kavanaugh confirmed to Supreme Court amid widespread outcry over sexual assault allegations

The Independent  

Sign up for the daily Inside Washington email for exclusive US coverage and analysis sent to your inbox Get our free Inside Washington email Get our free Inside Washington email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Mr Gorsuch was also an appointment of Mr Trump’s, but his confirmation process was …

Brett Kavanaugh sworn in as US Supreme Court judge, wins tightly contested election marred by sexual misconduct allegations
6 years, 3 months ago

Brett Kavanaugh sworn in as US Supreme Court judge, wins tightly contested election marred by sexual misconduct allegations

India TV News  

Brett Kavanaugh was sworn in on Saturday night as the 114th justice of the US Supreme Court after the Senate voted largely along party lines to confirm his nomination amid an emotional, weeks-long debate characterized by explosive allegations of sexual assault. Kavanaugh was confirmed as the Supreme Court judge in a tightly contested election. The swearing in of Kavanaugh as …

Brett Kavanaugh sworn in as US Senate approves Supreme Court nomination despite sexual misconduct allegations
6 years, 3 months ago

Brett Kavanaugh sworn in as US Senate approves Supreme Court nomination despite sexual misconduct allegations

ABC  

Brett Kavanaugh has been sworn in as a US Supreme Court justice, just hours after the Senate backed President Donald Trump's nominee 50 votes to 48. Key points: Three women made allegations of sexual misconduct against Brett Kavanaugh Donald Trump said Democrats conducted a "shameless campaign of political and personal destruction" Hundreds of protesters were arrested demonstrating against Mr Kavanaugh's …

Brett Kavanaugh: United States divided as Senate votes to appoint controversial figure to Supreme Court
6 years, 3 months ago

Brett Kavanaugh: United States divided as Senate votes to appoint controversial figure to Supreme Court

ABC  

It was once more with feeling. Thousands of protesters in Washington and cities around the United States gathered with a last-ditch appeal to their senators — "please don't send Judge Brett Kavanaugh to the Supreme Court". In a single tweet he dismissed thousands of protesters who had serious misgivings about Mr Kavanaugh both as a judge and a man — …

Who is Brett Kavanaugh, US Supreme Court’s new judge
6 years, 3 months ago

Who is Brett Kavanaugh, US Supreme Court’s new judge

Al Jazeera  

Kavanaugh, who denies sexual assault allegations, is expected to cast conservative votes on key issues such as abortion. Brett Kavanaugh, the new US Supreme Court justice picked by President Donald Trump, has been confirmed by the Republican-controlled Senate. A devout Catholic, Kavanaugh is expected to entrench conservative control of the court for a generation, as he becomes Trump’s second appointment …

Brett Kavanaugh sworn in as US Supreme Court justice
6 years, 3 months ago

Brett Kavanaugh sworn in as US Supreme Court justice

Al Jazeera  

Kavanaugh takes oath after Senate votes to confirm him following bitter battle between Republicans and Democrats. “I applaud and congratulate the US Senate for confirming our GREAT NOMINEE, Judge Brett Kavanaugh, to the United States Supreme Court,” Trump tweeted just after the vote. Ford’s lawyers denounced the probe, saying an “FBI investigation that did not include interviews of Dr Ford …

Brett Kavanaugh is confirmed as US Senate votes 50-48 for Supreme Court nominee in big election season win for Donald Trump
6 years, 3 months ago

Brett Kavanaugh is confirmed as US Senate votes 50-48 for Supreme Court nominee in big election season win for Donald Trump

Firstpost  

The bitterly polarized US Senate narrowly confirmed Brett Kavanaugh on Saturday to join the Supreme Court, delivering an election-season triumph to US President Donald Trump that could swing the court rightward for a generation after a battle that rubbed raw the country’s cultural, gender and political divides. Washington: The bitterly polarized US Senate narrowly confirmed Brett Kavanaugh on Saturday to …

Brett Kavanaugh Confirmed To Supreme Court As Senate Rejects Me Too Movement
6 years, 3 months ago

Brett Kavanaugh Confirmed To Supreme Court As Senate Rejects Me Too Movement

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING WASHINGTON ― The Senate confirmed Brett Kavanaugh to the Supreme Court on Saturday, ending an ugly, painful, weekslong Senate fight over whether women’s sexual misconduct allegations against him were credible and mattered. Brett Kavanaugh is on his way to the Supreme Court, despite public allegations of sexual assault or misconduct by three women. None of them could …

Brett Kavanaugh Protests Rage Until The Very End
6 years, 3 months ago

Brett Kavanaugh Protests Rage Until The Very End

Huff Post  

Kavanaugh’s expected two-vote victory in itself underscored how unusually divisive his nomination fight has been. In the moment on Friday that made it clear Kavanaugh would prevail, Collins delivered a speech saying that Ford’s Judiciary Committee telling of the alleged 1982 assault was “sincere, painful and compelling.” But Collins said the FBI had found no corroborating evidence from witnesses whose …

Who is Brett Kavanaugh?
6 years, 3 months ago

Who is Brett Kavanaugh?

The Hindu  

Brett Kavanaugh, U.S. President Donald Trump’s second nominee to the Supreme Court in less than two years in office, has exacerbated the deep political divisions in the country. Mr. Kavanaugh’s nomination turned confrontational as at least three women came forward with accusations that the judge, during his school and university days, had a dubious record with women. Judge Kavanaugh said …

Kavanaugh set for Supreme Court confirmation
6 years, 3 months ago

Kavanaugh set for Supreme Court confirmation

Al Jazeera  

Judge Kavanaugh looks poised to ascend to the Supreme Court, but there could be a price for supporting the nominee. The US Senate is expected to confirm Brett Kavanaugh as the next Supreme Court judge, offering President Donald Trump a big political win and tilting the nation’s high court decidedly to the right. Democrats, however, called it “very limited”, saying …

Kavanaugh all but assured of surviving Supreme Court fight
6 years, 3 months ago

Kavanaugh all but assured of surviving Supreme Court fight

China Daily  

Supreme court nominee Brett Kavanaugh testifies before the Senate Judiciary Committee on Capitol Hill in Washington, US, September 27, 2018. US Senator Susan Collins talks with reporters after announcing that she will vote to confirm Supreme Court nominee judge Brett Kavanaugh in a speech on the Senate floor on Capitol Hill in Washington, US, October 5, 2018. Activists rally inside …

How did US senators vote on Kavanaugh?
6 years, 3 months ago

How did US senators vote on Kavanaugh?

Al Jazeera  

Senate votes 50-48 to confirm Brett Kavanaugh to the Supreme Court. The US Senate voted 50-48 on Saturday to confirm Judge Brett Kavanaugh to the US Supreme Court, pushing the court further to the right. The vote ended a brutal and divisive battle after sexual assault allegations against the judge were made. Voted in favour of the nomination Republicans Lamar …

US Senate confirms controversial judge Brett Kavanaugh to US Supreme Court
6 years, 3 months ago

US Senate confirms controversial judge Brett Kavanaugh to US Supreme Court

India Today  

In a vote on an issue that not only divided Democrats and Republicans but the entire USA, the US Senate confirmed Brett Kavanaugh as a Supreme Court judge. When US President Donald Trump nominated Kavanaugh in July, Democrats leapt to oppose him, saying that past statements and opinions showed he'd be a threat to right to abortion. I applaud and …

Kavanaugh Supreme Court confirmation: All the latest updates
6 years, 3 months ago

Kavanaugh Supreme Court confirmation: All the latest updates

Al Jazeera  

Senate votes to confirm Kavanaugh to the US Supreme Court. Key Republican Jeff Flake to vote ‘yes’ Arizona Senator Jeff Flake said he will vote to confirm Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh “unless something big changes”. Kavanaugh passes ‘significant test’ Al Jazeera’s Rosiland Jordan, reporting from Washington, DC, said Friday’s vote was a “significant test” for Supreme Court nominee Brett …

Kavanaugh controversy: How we got here and what happens next
6 years, 3 months ago

Kavanaugh controversy: How we got here and what happens next

Al Jazeera  

A look at one of the most divisive battles of US President Donald Trump’s presidency. Washington, DC – In one of the most divisive political battles of President Donald Trump’s presidency, US Republicans are moving forward with a risky showdown vote on the Supreme Court nomination of Brett Kavanaugh following accusations that the judge sexually assaulted Christine Blasey Ford when …

Brett Kavanaugh moves towards Supreme Court confirmation with support from 2 crucial Senators after hours of cliff-edge action
6 years, 3 months ago

Brett Kavanaugh moves towards Supreme Court confirmation with support from 2 crucial Senators after hours of cliff-edge action

Firstpost  

Republican Sen. Susan Collins of Maine declared Friday she will vote to confirm Brett Kavanaugh’s Supreme Court nomination, all but ensuring that a deeply riven Senate will elevate the conservative jurist to the nation’s highest court despite allegations that he sexually assaulted women decades ago. Washington: Republican Sen. Susan Collins of Maine declared Friday she will vote to confirm Brett …

Avanatti says Kavanaugh should come after his client in court if he is so sure of his innocence
6 years, 3 months ago

Avanatti says Kavanaugh should come after his client in court if he is so sure of his innocence

Daily Mail  

Michael Avanatti, the attorney for Brett Kavanaugh accuser Julie Swetnick, challenged the president's Supreme Court nominee to a court battle on Friday as the fight over federal judge's appointment neared its end. Michael Avanatti, the attorney for Brett Kavanaugh accuser Julie Swetnick, challenged the president's Supreme Court nominee to a court battle on Friday morning as the battle over federal …

Beer-clutching protesters throw Brett Kavanaugh 'confirmation kegger' outside Mitch McConnell's home
6 years, 3 months ago

Beer-clutching protesters throw Brett Kavanaugh 'confirmation kegger' outside Mitch McConnell's home

Daily Mail  

Protesters held a 'confirmation kegger' for Brett Kavanaugh outside of Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell's house in Washington, kicking off a day of contentious demonstrations in the capital and across the country. SCROLL DOWN FOR VIDEO Protesters held a 'confirmation kegger' for Brett Kavanaugh outside of Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell's house in Washington on Friday morning, kicking off another …

Key Senators Still Undecided As Brett Kavanaugh Vote Looms
6 years, 3 months ago

Key Senators Still Undecided As Brett Kavanaugh Vote Looms

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING WASHINGTON — The Senate is poised to take a crucial vote Friday on whether to advance Brett Kavanaugh’s nomination to the Supreme Court as key Republican senators remain undecided amid allegations of sexual misconduct and intense protests that have divided the nation. Sen. Dianne Feinstein of California, the Judiciary Committee’s top Democrat, said while her party had …

Ben Sasse is a ‘lean-yes’ for Kavanaugh; Grassley, Ernst and Fischer pledge support
6 years, 3 months ago

Ben Sasse is a ‘lean-yes’ for Kavanaugh; Grassley, Ernst and Fischer pledge support

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Sen. Ben Sasse was officially in the leaning yes column ahead of Friday’s key vote on Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh. Like he said last night, he rejects the left’s cynical play to use the #MeToo movement for political gain.” Christine Blasey Ford testified before the Senate Judiciary Committee last week that Kavanaugh drunkenly attacked her at a …

Senate vote on Kavanaugh was historically close
6 years, 3 months ago

Senate vote on Kavanaugh was historically close

LA Times  

The Senate on Saturday approved Brett Kavanaugh to the Supreme Court with a 50-48-1 vote, the narrowest margin for a confirmation vote in more than 130 years. Republican presidents nominated eight people to the Supreme Court while the GOP held the majority in the Senate. Most of the big battles have come with the nominations in which the president and …

Brett Kavanaugh: Hopes of confirmation rise as Democrats label FBI report a 'whitewash'
6 years, 3 months ago

Brett Kavanaugh: Hopes of confirmation rise as Democrats label FBI report a 'whitewash'

ABC  

Confidence has grown among US President Donald Trump's fellow Republicans that Brett Kavanaugh will win Senate confirmation to the US Supreme Court, after the filing of an FBI report on accusations of sexual misconduct by the judge. Key points: The White House said the report addressed "all the Senate's questions" Donald Trump said the allegations against Mr Kavanaugh are "totally …

'The trauma for a man': Donald Trump's party is enjoying a Brett Kavanaugh bump ahead of midterms, feeding off male resentment against #MeToo
6 years, 3 months ago

'The trauma for a man': Donald Trump's party is enjoying a Brett Kavanaugh bump ahead of midterms, feeding off male resentment against #MeToo

Firstpost  

If Brett Kavanaugh is confirmed to the Supreme Court, Donald Trump’s aggressive strategy this week will be proven right, more white men will join the fold and the message Republicans will be sending to women everywhere in America will be clear: If you dare accuse a man, do it and walk away but if you stay in the fight, we’ll …

First key Democratic swing senator says NO to Kavanaugh: Heidi Heitkamp won't cross the aisle
6 years, 3 months ago

First key Democratic swing senator says NO to Kavanaugh: Heidi Heitkamp won't cross the aisle

Daily Mail  

North Dakota Democratic Sen. Heidi Heitkamp said Thursday that she will cast a 'no' vote when the full Senate convenes to decide on Judge Brett Kavanaugh's Supreme Court nomination. North Dakota Democratic Sen. Heidi Heitkamp said Thursday that she will cast a 'no' vote on Judge Brett Kavanaugh's Supreme Court nomination; she first announced her decision on WDAY-TV in Fargo …

Kavanaugh Pledges To Be 'Independent, Impartial' If Confirmed As Senators Weigh Votes
6 years, 3 months ago

Kavanaugh Pledges To Be 'Independent, Impartial' If Confirmed As Senators Weigh Votes

NPR  

Kavanaugh Pledges To Be 'Independent, Impartial' If Confirmed As Senators Weigh Votes Enlarge this image toggle caption Pool/Getty Images Pool/Getty Images Updated at 10:12 p.m. ET Judge Brett Kavanaugh issued a mea culpa of sorts on the eve of a key Senate vote that could determine whether or not he reaches the Supreme Court, admitting in an op-ed that his …

Donald Trump's mocking of Brett Kavanaugh's accuser 'appalling', Republican senators say
6 years, 3 months ago

Donald Trump's mocking of Brett Kavanaugh's accuser 'appalling', Republican senators say

ABC  

US Republicans have displayed their division over appointing Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh, after US President Donald Trump openly mocked his accuser Christine Blasey Ford. Key points: Trump ally senator Lindsey Graham said Trump's comments are not helpful White House spokeswoman Sarah Sanders says Trump was "stating facts" The support of all Republican senators is crucial to appointing Kavanaugh to …

Anxiety rises as Washington waits for FBI report that will decide Brett Kavanaugh's Supreme Court fate
6 years, 3 months ago

Anxiety rises as Washington waits for FBI report that will decide Brett Kavanaugh's Supreme Court fate

Firstpost  

Senators nervously awaited the arrival of a new FBI report on sexual allegations that could make or break Brett Kavanaugh’s tottering Supreme Court nomination Wednesday as aggressive protesters and an unusually strong security response added to a feeling of high anxiety inside the U.S. Capitol. Washington: Senators nervously awaited the arrival of a new FBI report on sexual allegations that …

Brett Kavanaugh: Senate Republicans release unconfirmed details of alleged sexual assault victim's sex life
6 years, 3 months ago

Brett Kavanaugh: Senate Republicans release unconfirmed details of alleged sexual assault victim's sex life

The Independent  

The latest headlines from our reporters across the US sent straight to your inbox each weekday Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Mr Ketterer said Ms Swetnick "never said anything …

In Mississippi, Trump mocks Ford’s claims against Kavanaugh
6 years, 3 months ago

In Mississippi, Trump mocks Ford’s claims against Kavanaugh

Associated Press  

— President Donald Trump ignited a crowd at a campaign rally in Mississippi on Tuesday by mocking a woman who has claimed she was sexually assaulted by Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh decades ago. Trump told the crowd they should do an online search for “Patrick Leahy slash drink.” Leahy’s office didn’t immediately return a message seeking comment Tuesday. They …

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