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FOUND: Trump s potential to shape supreme court for decades - What They Never Told You

The Supreme Court is seen at sundown in Washington, Nov. 6, 2020. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite, File)

Donald Trump has already appointed three Supreme Court justices and could potentially name two more in his second term, solidifying a Trump-appointed majority on the high court for decades to come. This scenario could significantly impact the court's decisions on key issues such as abortion and immigration.

The possibility of two of the oldest justices, Clarence Thomas and Samuel Alito, considering retirement opens up the opportunity for Trump to nominate younger conservative replacements. With a pool of over 50 federal appeals court appointees to choose from, Trump could ensure a conservative dominance on the court well into the future.

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