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Trump is remaking the federal courts

After eight years on the sidelines, the Federalist Society is primed to reshape the courts under Trump. Trump is rapidly reshaping the judiciary — here’s how. Donald Trump is remaking the federal courts in his own image. Unqualified nominee Brett Talley is just the beginning of Trump’s efforts to remake the courts. Some of Trump’s judicial nominees may be unfit — the Senate is rushing them through anyway. McConnell preps judicial confirmation frenzy: The transformation of the federal judiciary has been one of the early successes of Donald Trump’s presidency. The smartest people in Trumpland: The brightest minds in Trump’s orbit will keep his legacy alive and thriving long after he is gone.

Tide of right-wing judges could recede quickly if Democrats take back the Senate.