The Supreme Court will move further to the right than it has been in many decades, with two distinct blocs that reflect the deep polarization of the American public and political system.
The Senate narrowly voted to cut off debate on the confirmation of Brett M. Kavanaugh to the Supreme Court, setting up a final vote as early as Saturday.
As senators read F.B.I. interview transcripts, the White House is confident that the new background check on Brett M. Kavanaugh has improved his claim to the Supreme Court.
After weeks of not directly attacking Christine Blasey Ford, the president and his Republican allies have embarked on a more aggressive effort to challenge her credibility.
The White House concluded that the interviews did not corroborate sexual misconduct accusations against Judge Brett M. Kavanaugh, the Supreme Court nominee.
After weeks of not directly attacking Christine Blasey Ford, the president and his Republican allies have embarked on a more aggressive effort to challenge her credibility.