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Ruth Bader Ginsburg’s death sparks calls for ‘revolution’ as liberals panic over Trump appointing replacement

LIBERALS have reacted with horror at the prospect of Donald Trump appointing a right-wing Supreme Court justice following the death of Ruth Bader Ginsburg.

The passing of the left-leaning judge, 87, from pancreatic cancer yesterday is set to spark a battle over whether the president can nominate a replacement six weeks before the election.

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in 1993.

According to a statement, the 87-year-old died in her Washington DC home surrounded by her family.

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In her final days, Ginsburg told her granddaughter Clara Spera of her "most fervent wish" that she would not be replaced until a new president takes office,  reports.

However, Mitch McConnell said Trump's nominee to fill the Supreme Court vacancy will receive a vote on the Senate floor.

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Following the news of her death, the president said: "She led an amazing life, what else can you say? She was an amazing woman.

"Whether you agreed or not, she was an amazing woman who led an amazing life."

Following the news of her death, Donald Trump said: 'She was an amazing woman'Credit: AFP or licensors
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Ruth Bader Ginsburg passed away on Friday eveningCredit: AFP or licensors
Barack Obama is greeted by Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg in 2010
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