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Frontline S42E18 — McConnell, the GOP & the Court
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Frontline•Season 42•Episode 18

McConnell, the GOP & the Court

7.4/10 · 73 votesOct 31, 202354 min

Ranked #4 of 22 in Season 42•+1.5 vs season avg

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How Republican Sen. Mitch McConnell helped transform the Supreme Court and U.S. politics. Amid scrutiny of the high court and a power struggle in the GOP, FRONTLINE examines McConnell's rise and role in pushing the judiciary to the right and America's polarized democracy.

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Will Lyman

Will Lyman

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Episode Summary

"McConnell, the GOP & the Court" is episode 18 of Frontline season 42. It scored 7.4/10 from 73 votes, ranking #4 of 22 episodes this season (season average 5.9). It aired on October 31, 2023.

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