The Democrats' takeover of the U.S. Senate following the midterm elections poses challenges for President Trump's judicial appointments and the Supreme Court's conservative majority. With 28 federal judicial vacancies and 16 nominees awaiting confirmation, Republicans have limited time to act before the new Senate session begins in January. Justices Clarence Thomas and Samuel Alito, both in their late 70s, are under pressure regarding potential retirement, though Alito has stated he plans to serve through the current term.
Key facts
- Republicans lost control of the U.S. Senate in the midterm elections.
- There are currently 28 federal judiciary vacancies and 16 nominees pending confirmation.
- Justices Clarence Thomas and Samuel Alito are both in their late 70s.
- Justice Alito confirmed he has no plans to retire during the current term.
- Trump's appointment of Amy Coney Barrett established a 6-3 conservative majority on the Supreme Court.
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