[RWR8189]

I know that.

But how can the Senate confirm a justice when there is no vacancy?

I'm speaking theoretically. Just because she said she will resign doesn't mean she's bound to do so.

[AFPhys]

I agree with you. It has always seemed to me that there is no vacancy to fill, too.

[LibLieSlayer]

As I understand it, if she rescinded her resignation, Bush does not have to accept it.

LLS

[Cheburashka]

My understanding is that she has tendered a resignation which goes into effect when her replacement is confirmed.

I presume her resignation has been accepted on that basis, and she cannot rescind it.

Since she wants to spend more time with her husband, who is ill (Alzheimer's), I don't think she would change her mind.

It should be pointed out to the Democrats that a speedy confirmation, under the circumstances, is nothing less than a moral obligation. Every day of delay is one day less with a husband who is still able to interact with her.

[ctdonath2]

Remember, the Senate is a group that doesn't understand the meaning of "shall make no law" and "shall not be infringed"; they won't have any problem filling a pending vacancy despite a little lack of precision wording in the Constitution.