'Bonkers': Trump appointee skewered by expert after uncorking 'contortionist opinion'
A legal scholar and law professor roasted a judge appointed by President Donald Trump, referring to his "contortionist opinion" the Supreme Court is reviewing over mail-in ballots as "bonkers."
Richard L. Hasen skewered the 5th Circuit opinion written by Andrew Oldham in an analysis piece for Slate published Tuesday. Hasen said the judge appears to want Trump's attention — and is auditioning to be a future high court justice.
Hasen warned the case may disappoint Trump by failing to deliver the result he sought. ...
Nov 11, 2025