When did Justice change his party affiliation back to the Republican Party?
Six months after taking office
Less than seven months after taking office
One year after taking office
Two years after taking office
Answer
Less than seven months after taking office, Justice changed his party affiliation back to the Republican Party. He did this after being elected to the seat as a Democrat, but later announced that he was switching parties, citing disagreements with the Democratic Party's policies on issues such as gun control and abortion.
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