Dan Goldman Questions Newt Gingrich on Nationwide Injunctions and Judicial Power

Testimony on Judicial Ideology

• 💡 Rep. Dan Goldman questioned Newt Gingrich's testimony regarding judges implementing policies based on political ideology.
• 🎯 Gingrich's claim that Judge Bosberg has a bias against President Trump was challenged, noting his appointment by George Bush.
• 📌 The discussion highlighted Judge Kinao's appointment by Ronald Reagan in relation to the injunction on the President's Birthright Citizenship executive order.

Nationwide Injunctions and Due Process

• ⚖️ The core of the debate centered on nationwide injunctions, specifically concerning the Alien Enemies Act of 1798.
• ⚠️ Goldman questioned Gingrich's stance on whether the average American's perception of invasion should dictate the application of such laws.
• ❓ Gingrich stated his position is that the Supreme Court should have the opportunity to rule on nationwide issues.

Judicial Power and Expedited Appeals

• 🚀 Goldman argued that Judge Bosberg's temporary injunction prevented people from being removed without due process, allowing legal issues to be resolved.
• 📈 The case was appealed to the Court of Appeals, which upheld the temporary injunction with a 2-to-1 vote, including a Republican appointee.
• 🤝 Goldman expressed agreement on the need for expedited appeals for nationwide injunctions and suggested working with Republican colleagues to expedite enforcement of congressional subpoenas.