President Trump Names Brett Kavanaugh For U.S. Supreme CourtPresident Trump Names Brett Kavanaugh For U.S. Supreme CourtU.S. Circuit Court Judge Brett Kavanaugh is a longtime fixture of the Republican legal establishment. Associated PressAssociated Press
President Defers on Election Year Delay for Justice PickPresident Defers on Election Year Delay for Justice PickMcConnell refused to act on President Obama's nomination of Merrick Garland, and the seat was left open until after the 2016 presidential election.Associated PressAssociated Press
Justice Kennedy Announces RetirementJustice Kennedy Announces RetirementThe 81-year-old Kennedy said in a statement he is stepping down after more than 30 years on the court.Associated PressAssociated Press