If you’re wondering why Merrick Garland’s confirmation hearing is so lacking in fireworks — particularly given how contentious the past couple AG confirmation hearings were — an exchange the judge had with Sen. Josh Hawley (R-MO) could help explain why.
Garland Hearing Shows Why His Nomination Is So Impervious To GOP Culture War Attacks

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February 22, 2021 2:44 p.m.
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