Trump says it's embarrassing for the U.S. to allow protesters following Kavanaugh hearing

A protestor at the Brett Kavanaugh hearing.
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In a new interview following the chaotic Brett Kavanaugh confirmation hearing Tuesday, President Trump said that it's embarrassing for the United States that protests are allowed.

The first day of hearings for Trump's Supreme Court nominee was interrupted frequently by protesters. While speaking to The Daily Caller afterward, Trump said, "I think it's embarrassing for the country to allow protesters. You don't even know what side the protesters are on.”

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Brendan Morrow

Brendan worked as a culture writer at The Week from 2018 to 2023, covering the entertainment industry, including film reviews, television recaps, awards season, the box office, major movie franchises and Hollywood gossip. He has written about film and television for outlets including Bloody Disgusting, Showbiz Cheat Sheet, Heavy and The Celebrity Cafe.