ConfirmThem

By Erick Posted in SCOTUS — Comments () / Email this page » / Leave a comment »

RedState's sources tell us to expect a Presidential announcement any day concerning Sandra Day O'Connor's replacement. With a vote coming very soon on Roberts, many Republican senators and White House staffers expect the President to make his announcement soon.

Who the nominee will be is a mystery. What seems sure is that Larry Thompson's star has fallen just as fast as it rose. Back on the horizon is Priscilla Owen, who the White House seems to think will placate conservatives. Across the board, sources outside the White House feel like Judge Owen is the nominee. These same sources almost totally agree that Owen will not get confirmed, but her nomination fight will help re-energize the Republican base. Inside the White House, sources are not so sure. There are a number of names still being bandied about including Judge Luttig. Those closest to the President are staying quiet.

What is unclear is whether the conservatives I've been speaking with are talking in circles to each other. All do seem to agree, however, that the White House is keeping its cards hidden very well.