Judge Sotomayor - Let the Questioning Begin

It's an important week in Washington as the Senate Judiciary Committee begins hearings on Judge Sonia Sotomayor, President Obama's nominee to the U.S. Supreme Court.

The fact is that the Senators must ask the tough questions of Judge Sotomayor regarding her view of the Constitution and her judicial philosophy.

The Senate must fulfill its constitutional role in providing advice and consent and that means asking the tough, in-depth questions.  What does Judge Sotomayor believe is the proper role of judges?  How does she view her role as a judge?  These are important questions that deserve straight-forward answers. 

A Supreme Court appointment is the lasting legacy of a President.  And, as President Obama moves to reshape the federal judiciary, its critical that the American people understand the judicial philosophy and temperament of Judge Sotomayor.  Lets not forget the scope and intensity of questions posed to President Bushs Supreme Court nominees John Roberts and Samuel Alito. 

The questioning of Judge Sotomayor must be direct, focused and in-depth.  The nominee must answer the questions clearly and without reservation.  The American people deserve nothing less.

We will keep you posted as these confirmation hearings unfold.  And, don't forget, you can get the latest each day on our radio broadcast, Jay Sekulow Live!