Ep 5. Supreme

In the fifth episode of the first season of Patriot Act with Hasan Minhaj titled Supreme, the comedian and political commentator takes a deep dive into the controversial and politically charged world of the United States Supreme Court. Minhaj begins by discussing the strong emotions caused by the appointment of Brett Kavanaugh to the Supreme Court and then provides the background history of the highest court in the US.

Minhaj explains that the Supreme Court has vast powers that can shape the US policy in many ways, which includes interpreting the US Constitution. He also discusses a few instances where the Supreme Court has had a significant impact on US society and politics, such as the Brown v. Board of Education case and Roe v. Wade case.

Minhaj also sheds light on the nomination and confirmation process of a judge to the Supreme Court. He discusses how complicated this process can be, the role of the US Senate in the process and how in recent years, the process has become increasingly politicized.

The focus then shifts to the present state of the Supreme Court, particularly the latest appointments made by Donald Trump. Minhaj highlights how these appointments have been very polarizing and have been met with a lot of criticism from Democrats. Minhaj also talks about the recent controversy centering around the confirmation of Brett Kavanaugh, which saw a very public and emotional battle between Democrats and Republicans.

Minhaj's discussion also covers a number of other topics related to the Supreme Court. He talks about the immense power wielded by the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court, and how it's up to the Chief Justice to set the tone and direction of the court. The show also talks about the retiring of Justice Anthony Kennedy, and how his departure from the court could impact some of the most contentious cases appearing before the court.

Throughout the episode, Hasan Minhaj highlights the critical issues and essential controversies of the Supreme Court that we often don’t get to see. His unique way of presentation, a mix of humor, and facts, make it very engaging for the audience. This episode offers both a sobering and funny commentary on the current situation of the highest court of the land, providing viewers a better understanding of how things work in the US political system.