The Miller Center political science expert on Jackson SCOTUS hearings Gene Marrano March 22, 2022 1 minute read A political science professor from The Miller Center at the University of Virginia says gone are the US Senate’s pro-forma “advise and consent” role when it comes to selecting the next Supreme Court Justice. More from WFIR’s Gene Marrano: Share: Post navigation Previous: Man and woman found shot near vehicle in NW RoanokeNext: Virginia Attorney in Roanoke on reducing violent crime here and statewide Related Stories RIDE launched to provide regular 24/7 transportation for Roanoke’s homeless population Gene Marrano February 9, 2026 0 PETA applauds dozens of animal cruelty indictments against Natural Bridge Zoo owners, staff Web Staff February 9, 2026 0 Former AG Miyares says redrawn Congressional districts are illegal Gene Marrano February 6, 2026 0