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 VDOT Announces a First-in-the-State inventory of all of the Commonwealth’s Multiuse Trails Emma Thomas May 8, 2026 Virginia Supreme Court strikes down redistricting referendum Clark Palmer May 8, 2026 Inseparable’s ‘Care That’s Fair’ Campaign Highlights VA’s Struggling Mental Healthcare Industry Emma Thomas May 8, 2026