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Kavanaugh Defends Power Separation Amid Trump Criticism

9/15/2025

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Justice Brett Kavanaugh addressed the significance of power separation in government during a speech in Waco, Texas.
He encountered criticism for his support of President Trump, with protesters claiming the Supreme Court backs Trump's agenda.
Kavanaugh cited the Declaration of Independence and the framers' intent to avoid power concentration.
He lauded Kenneth Starr, his former boss, as a hero for his actions during the Clinton investigation.
Starr faced criticism for his leadership at Baylor University amid a sexual assault scandal.

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Justice Brett Kavanaugh addressed the significance of power separation in government during a speech in Waco, Texas.
He encountered criticism for his support of President Trump, with protesters claiming the Supreme Court backs Trump's agenda.
Kavanaugh cited the Declaration of Independence and the framers' intent to avoid power concentration.
He lauded Kenneth Starr, his former boss, as a hero for his actions during the Clinton investigation.
Starr faced criticism for his leadership at Baylor University amid a sexual assault scandal.