Trump Swings At NATO | Ep. 578

Confirmation Chaos

The confirmation of Brett Kavanaugh to the Supreme Court has sparked intense political debate. Ben Shapiro argues that Democrats are struggling to counter Kavanaugh's nomination due to his respected judicial record and the perception that he will reinforce a conservative majority on the court 1. Shapiro contends that Democrats have historically politicized the judiciary, beginning with the rejection of Robert Bork in the 1980s, and are now falsely accusing Kavanaugh of protecting President Trump from impeachment 2.

The left believes that its agenda can only be spread not through public legislation, not through the popularity of its agenda, but just by a bunch of people who are really, really wise and liberal and who can impose their views from above.

--- Ben Shapiro

He emphasizes that these accusations are unfounded, even according to sources like the Washington Post 2.

   

Ideological Trends

The ideological implications of Kavanaugh's nomination highlight a broader trend in Supreme Court appointments. Shapiro notes that while Republican appointees have occasionally surprised with their rulings, Democratic appointees consistently align with liberal policies 3. He attributes this to the Democrats' use of ideological litmus tests, contrasting it with the originalist and textualist approach favored by groups like the Federalist Society 4.

Assaults on judicial independence are made easier when the public comes to view the judiciary as a political body.

--- Ben Shapiro

This trend, according to Shapiro, has led to increased partisanship in the court, with both sides becoming more ideologically entrenched 4.