How Trump Could Change the Country's Direction With These Court Vacancies

The Daily Signal
June 23, 2017
Happy Friday from Washington, where Senate Republicans' health care bill comes under scrutiny from their conservative wing as well as from Democrats. We've got reports on the proposal from Rachel del Guidice and Fred Lucas, and expert commentary from Ed Haislmaier, Bob Moffit, and Marie Fishpaw. Plus: Lucas on a study finding millions of noncitizens voted for president, Ryan T. Anderson on a court victory for those with religious convictions against same-sex marriage, and Genevieve Wood on what Trump could achieve by appointing certain judges. Have a great weekend.
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How Trump Could Change the Country's Direction With These Court Vacancies

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