Bork nomination

The Bork nomination refers to the Supreme Court nomination of Robert Bork by President Ronald Reagan in 1987. It became highly controversial because many viewed Bork's judicial philosophy as too conservative, especially regarding issues like civil rights and privacy. Critics argued that confirming him could reshape the Court in a way that might threaten established rights and laws. The contentious hearings and fierce opposition ultimately led to Bork's rejection by the Senate, making the term "Borking" a synonym for aggressive obstruction or criticism of judicial nominees perceived as too extreme.