Senate Democrats Accelerate Biden Judge Confirmations Amid GOP Pressure
TL;DR
Senator Joe Manchin (I-W.V.) has indicated a willingness to support Democratic judicial nominees even without Republican backing, a shift from his previous stance requiring at least one GOP vote. This change is crucial for Democrats, as they aim to confirm as many judges as possible before Republicans potentially take control of the Senate and White House in 2025. Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer is prioritizing judicial confirmations, with Manchin's support being pivotal in the closely divided Senate. Democrats have confirmed 215 judges under Biden, aiming to surpass Trump's record of 234.
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- Manchin signals willingness to back Biden's final push on judges Axios
- Senate Dems race to confirm Biden judges ahead of Trump's presidency Fox News
- Liberals pressure Senate Democrats to confirm more Biden judges while they can The Associated Press
- Schumer Rushes to Put Up Safeguards Against Trump’s Insanity The New Republic
- Trump’s victory, GOP Senate win have Democrats racing to confirm judges The Washington Post
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