
Kavanaugh (judicial nominee)
Brett Kavanaugh is an Associate Justice of the U.S. Supreme Court, appointed in 2018 by President Donald Trump. Before his appointment, Kavanaugh served as a judge on the U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit. His nomination was highly controversial, primarily due to accusations of sexual misconduct that emerged during the Senate confirmation hearings. Kavanaugh's judicial philosophy generally leans conservative, and he often emphasizes the importance of the Constitution and legal precedent in his rulings. His role on the Supreme Court involves making decisions that significantly influence U.S. law and society.