I do not believe Brett Kavanaugh's nomination will survive the confirmation process. I've been afraid to say that out loud, but the excuses offered by Chuck Grassley for why they will not allow the FBI to investigate Dr. Christine Blasey Ford's accusation of what Kavanaugh did to her in high school were lame, limp, and tepid. "Chuck Grassley in his written statement says, 'The FBI has indicated to the committee and in public statements that it considers the matter closed,'" O'Donnell read. He continued to read.