Judge Neil Gorsuch is President Trump's nominee to fill the Supreme Court vacancy left by Justice Scalia. Gorsuch adheres to the legal philosophy of originalism, interpreting the Constitution based on its original public meaning. He has served as a federal judge since 2006. Some key Democratic senators have said they will vote to confirm Gorsuch, suggesting he will likely be approved by the Senate. Originalism and Gorsuch's record of strict adherence to legal texts have made him appealing to Republicans seeking a replacement in the mold of Scalia.