Yes - and they did not demand Roberts' papers when he was confirmed to the same court that Estrada was nominated for. Their motivations in that case against Estrada were obviously racist because of that - as McConnell and Hatch point out at the time during floor debate on Estrada's nomination.
However, now that you mention it, they will use that old card since he is now nominated to the SCOTUS.
So... what was with that whole Elvis-jaw twitch thing the Pres had going tonight?
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However, now that you mention it, they will use that old card since he is now nominated to the SCOTUS.
Oh yes. They've already started the 'we want all documents requested' song. They will demand Roberts' notes from when he worked for the SG's office this time.