Ginsburg Supreme Court: Trump to name nominee by week's end
Typically, it's a months long process to go from selection to confirmation - but there are no rules regarding this time frame.The last time lawmakers completed a confirmation this speedily was for Ginsburg's own selection in 1993. She was approved in 42 days.The highest court in the US is often the final word on highly contentious laws, disputes between states and the federal government, and final appeals to stay executions.
Clara Spera, Ginsburg's grand-daughter, disclosed that the late justice's dying wish was not to be replaced until after the election."She was concerned about this country and about the court that she served so diligently for over 27 years," Ms Spera told BBC World Service. "The United States Constitution allows Americans the chance to be heard - and their voice should be heard... they should make it clear, they will not stand for this abuse of power," he said."I appeal to those Senate Republicans - please follow your conscience, let the people speak, cool the flames that have been engulfing our country."
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