*Justice Ginsburg refused to take the hint and retire.*
Timing. Scalia died when the GOP had a senate majority.
I think Obama would have legalized abortion nationally on his way out if he had the chance. The issue is something that kept female voters engaged, a necessity. Same with the border. They wanted to keep the issue going.
If Trump wins the too-much-too-soon element needs be taken into account.He started with taxes last time and the balloon lost a lot of air due to rinos.
If Trump wins he needs to go scorched earth and nuke the filibuster. Chuckles will do it the day after the election if Kackles wins. Either way Trump only has 2 years to undo the damage before midterms. Make it count.