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J Earnest (Archived) @PressSec44

And @VP chaired the Judiciary Comm in '88, when Reagan's nom was confirmed even though Dems had the majority. GOP must do the same this year — PolitiTweet.org

Posted Feb. 25, 2016
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J Earnest (Archived) @PressSec44

In fact, the last time there was a confirmation vote in a presidential election year (1988), both Senators McConnell and Grassley voted yes. — PolitiTweet.org

Posted Feb. 25, 2016
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J Earnest (Archived) @PressSec44

Every single #SCOTUS nominee since 1875 has gotten a hearing and/or a vote in the Senate. — PolitiTweet.org

Posted Feb. 25, 2016
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J Earnest (Archived) @PressSec44

.@POTUS plans to fulfill his constitutional duty. The Senate should fulfill its duty. https://t.co/6153x2aPHa — PolitiTweet.org

Posted Feb. 25, 2016
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J Earnest (Archived) @PressSec44

On Tuesday, @POTUS will meet with Senators McConnell, Reid, Grassley, and Leahy on the need to fill the #SCOTUS vacancy. — PolitiTweet.org

Posted Feb. 25, 2016
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J Earnest (Archived) @PressSec44

RT @USUN: Breaking: US proposed a #UNSC resolution on #NorthKorea that would represent the strongest set of sanctions imposed by UNSC in ov… — PolitiTweet.org

Posted Feb. 25, 2016 Retweet
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J Earnest (Archived) @PressSec44

RT @DJ44: Why should you care about #PrecisionMedicine? https://t.co/F4IZuEZfxx — PolitiTweet.org

Posted Feb. 25, 2016 Retweet
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J Earnest (Archived) @PressSec44

RT @DJ44: It's #PrecisionMedicine day here at the @WhiteHouse Let's get this summit started! https://t.co/jX8OwJ5rtR — PolitiTweet.org

Posted Feb. 25, 2016 Retweet
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J Earnest (Archived) @PressSec44

NYT on #SCOTUS "neither party has ever vowed to shut down the nomination process entirely,even before it has begun." https://t.co/1rWeSln0Ob — PolitiTweet.org

Posted Feb. 25, 2016
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J Earnest (Archived) @PressSec44

See what this constitutional law professor has to say on #SCOTUS process & the Senate's constitutional duty to act. https://t.co/UkXLJLGKf7 — PolitiTweet.org

Posted Feb. 24, 2016
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J Earnest (Archived) @PressSec44

RT @Abramson44: Can't make it up. Sad that my fellow KYian gives excuses before even hearing #SCOTUS nominee DESPITE saying in 2005: https:… — PolitiTweet.org

Posted Feb. 24, 2016 Retweet
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J Earnest (Archived) @PressSec44

Good q's today. SO good, in fact, we'll do a #SCOTUS-focused #askpresssec again soon. Turns out, we have time: https://t.co/8Bl6UE7Lkf — PolitiTweet.org

Posted Feb. 24, 2016
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J Earnest (Archived) @PressSec44

FACT: Current GOP Senate Ldr & Judiciary Comm Chair both voted for Reagan's #SCOTUS nom (Kennedy) in 88 #askpresssec https://t.co/DsLzZGutsq — PolitiTweet.org

Jonathan Willis @j_e_willis

@PressSec @Leonard_Altieri i heard a sumpreme court justice hasn't been appointed for 80 years during the election year of a president

Posted Feb. 24, 2016
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J Earnest (Archived) @PressSec44

.@amloeb Senate GOP seems determined to oppose @POTUS #SCOTUS nominee rather than follow Pres. Reagan's advice. https://t.co/QZUsIaPyt4 — PolitiTweet.org

Posted Feb. 24, 2016
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J Earnest (Archived) @PressSec44

#SCOTUS fun fact: you don't have to be an attorney to be named to the Court - so I suppose there's a chance! https://t.co/I4sWiAkwBY — PolitiTweet.org

delrayser @delrayser

@PressSec #AskPressSec just spitballing here josh but have you considered elevating Judge Reinhold to the Court

Posted Feb. 24, 2016
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J Earnest (Archived) @PressSec44

.@Leonard_Altieri no one party is responsible for politicizing noms process. But GOP obstruction is unprecedented. https://t.co/usrCgH7AlG — PolitiTweet.org

Posted Feb. 24, 2016
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J Earnest (Archived) @PressSec44

What's true is that current GOP opposition to @POTUS even naming #SCOTUS nominee is unprecedented. @BrentGriffiths https://t.co/f3GT9vmXue — PolitiTweet.org

Posted Feb. 24, 2016
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J Earnest (Archived) @PressSec44

Not necessarily, but that blue KC hat would look good with the black robe. #AskPressSec #justsayin cc @Royals https://t.co/TQ89pVaQvl — PolitiTweet.org

Posted Feb. 24, 2016
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J Earnest (Archived) @PressSec44

It's not about politics. @POTUS will choose the best person for #SCOTUS Here's his approach: https://t.co/5ZREy2ndmX https://t.co/mlOr5FmJsB — PolitiTweet.org

Posted Feb. 24, 2016
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J Earnest (Archived) @PressSec44

Yes. Senators should do their job as Founders intended so #SCOTUS can do its job as Founders intended. @julie_yost https://t.co/WBsHQ18QYC — PolitiTweet.org

Posted Feb. 24, 2016
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J Earnest (Archived) @PressSec44

FACT: @VP was Chair of the Judiciary Comm in 1988. So, he helped Reagan's nominee get thru in an elex year. Biden did his job. #askpresssec — PolitiTweet.org

Posted Feb. 24, 2016
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J Earnest (Archived) @PressSec44

Sen Hatch voted for him too. So it's either their rule or we could just call it the "Constitution rule" #AskPressSec https://t.co/T3XlAIfQPR — PolitiTweet.org

B @CosmicDisrupt

McConnell/Grassley voted to confirm Kennedy in 88. Is confirming a SCOTUS nom in a POTUS' final yr the McConnell/Grassley rule? #AskPressSec

Posted Feb. 24, 2016
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J Earnest (Archived) @PressSec44

Also, per custom, @POTUS has invited Judiciary Comm chair & ranking members to meet at WH. POTUS looks fwd to getting the mtg on the books. — PolitiTweet.org

Posted Feb. 24, 2016
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J Earnest (Archived) @PressSec44

.@POTUS has called party leaders & Judiciary Comm members in both parties. More calls to come. #askpresssec https://t.co/ZftiCmCsQK — PolitiTweet.org

Frank McStay II @stay_frank_2

@PressSec #askpresssec: who has @POTUS engaged with in senate to discuss nom process #scotus? Is it total gridlock?

Posted Feb. 24, 2016
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J Earnest (Archived) @PressSec44

Interestingly, Senators weren't elected to 5 year & 1 month terms. They should do their jobs too. #askpresssec https://t.co/UirWAnuGie — PolitiTweet.org

Posted Feb. 24, 2016
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J Earnest (Archived) @PressSec44

Yes, @POTUS was elected to 4-year term. Not 3 years & 1 month. He'll do his job & nominate to fill #SCOTUS vacancy. https://t.co/i2EXLVFjTf — PolitiTweet.org

Posted Feb. 24, 2016
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J Earnest (Archived) @PressSec44

Ready for your questions on #SCOTUS nominations, fire away using #AskPressSec! https://t.co/4yuCNPp6Kl — PolitiTweet.org

Posted Feb. 24, 2016
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J Earnest (Archived) @PressSec44

It is impossible to find consensus when Republicans in the Senate said they won't support anybody for #SCOTUS https://t.co/gfiDOIlJRY — PolitiTweet.org

Posted Feb. 24, 2016
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J Earnest (Archived) @PressSec44

Got questions on #SCOTUS nominations? Send 'em my way using #AskPressSec, I'll be here with answers at 5:00pm ET. Looking forward to it. — PolitiTweet.org

Posted Feb. 24, 2016
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J Earnest (Archived) @PressSec44

.@POTUS just nominated Dr. Carla Hayden to be our 14th Librarian of Congress, learn more about her here → https://t.co/S9QM64dLl9 — PolitiTweet.org

Posted Feb. 24, 2016