This is especially significant because during the next four years many expect three or perhaps four Supreme Court vacancies.
But now there hasn't been a Supreme Court vacancy for eight years - the longest period since the beginning of the 19th century.
A new advisory committee will be formed each time a Supreme Court vacancy occurs.
Almost instantly, the conservative and liberal interest groups that have spent years preparing for a Supreme Court vacancy swung into action.
Supreme Court vacancies present us with an important opportunity and a challenge.
Democrats are eager to save their political ammunition for the expected fight over future Supreme Court vacancies.
With the possibility of a Supreme Court vacancy soon, stumbling blocks remain.
Maybe the Supreme Court vacancies will come sooner rather than later anyway.
Supreme Court vacancies, on the other hand, are rare events.
And any Supreme Court vacancies are likely to be filled with Roe opponents.