Trump's Supreme Court shot collides with Thanksgiving, Christmas and a Democratic Senate
With Democrats poised to have a significant Senate majority next year, Republicans are resigning themselves to the notion that President Trump won't be able to confirm a new Supreme Court justice for the rest of his tenure.
TL;DR
- Republicans anticipate President Trump will be unable to confirm a new Supreme Court justice.
- This outlook is based on Democrats potentially gaining a significant Senate majority.
- The confirmation of any future justice nominated by Trump is expected to be blocked.