Samantha Bee Asks Why GOP Is Blocking ‘Gentle Law Hobbit’ Merrick Garland From the Top Court (Video)
The "Full Frontal" host did not mince words Monday night as she criticized Senate Republicans for refusing to meet with President Obama's Supreme Court nominee.The “Full Frontal” host did not mince words Monday night as she criticized Senate Republicans for refusing to meet with President Obama’s Supreme Court nominee, Merrick Garland.
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