Author: Richard Wolf, USA TODAY

The fate of the law dominated much of Justice Amy Coney Barrett’s confirmation hearing last month. Two other justices appear ready to save the ACA.

The unsuccessful challengers had pointed out the CDC recommends the practice “as a means of reducing the risk of spreading COVID-19 at the polls.”

Even as President Donald Trump readied a potential replacement, Ginsburg’s family, friends, former clerks and colleagues prepared for a last goodbye.

The decision could have a major impact on November’s presidential election because of Florida’s history of razor-thin margins.

The list is intended to elevate the nation’s highest court as an issue in 2020 – and put pressure on Democratic nominee Joe Biden to follow suit.

If Ginsburg were forced to leave the court, President Donald Trump and Senate Republicans would try to expand the court’s conservative majority.

Ginsburg’s health has been a cause for worry among Democrats and liberals for years. She has had several medical issues during the Trump presidency.

The court’s unpredictability is largely the work of Chief Justice John Roberts, who has become a hugely influential figure in American life.

Manhattan DA Cyrus Vance called the ruling a “tremendous victory” and emphasized he will follow the law and the facts “wherever they may lead.”