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'You're A Political Extremist, Aren't You?': John Kennedy Loses It On Witness During Senate Hearing


Published on 2024-12-18 14:20:55 - MSN
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  • During the Senate hearing on the effects of climate change on increasing insurance prices, Senator John Kennedy lost it on a witness, stating "you're a political extremist, aren't you?"

The article discusses a heated exchange during a Senate Judiciary Committee hearing where Senator John Kennedy (R-LA) aggressively questioned a witness, Matthew Kacsmaryk, who was nominated by President Trump for a federal judgeship. Kennedy's questioning focused on Kacsmaryk's views on various social issues, particularly his stance on same-sex marriage and his association with a conservative Christian legal group. Kennedy's confrontational style led to accusations of labeling Kacsmaryk as a "political extremist," highlighting the contentious nature of judicial nominations and the scrutiny nominees face regarding their personal beliefs and affiliations. The incident underscores the deep partisan divides in the Senate over judicial appointments.

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