Biden's Judicial Picks Advance Amid GOP Infighting
TL;DR
Senate Democrats confirmed President Biden's 220th lifetime judicial appointment, with more confirmations expected before Thanksgiving. The absence of some Republican senators facilitated the confirmations without Vice President Kamala Harris's tie-breaking vote. Democrats aim to surpass the 234 judges confirmed during Trump's first term. Meanwhile, controversy surrounds Pete Hegseth's nomination for Defense Secretary, with allegations of sexual assault and mixed Republican support. Additionally, Rep. Mary Peltola lost her Alaska seat to Republican Nick Begich III, amid debates over natural resource policies.
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