John Ensign: “I believe Gloria Navarro has the relevant experience and qualifications and respect for the law that is required of a…”

Previously, he announced he wouldn't seek re-election in 2012 following revelations he had an affair with an aide's wife.

Nevada Republican Senator John Ensign is stepping down on May 3.

But the sooner we make them, maybe a little less painful.

I want to talk for a while on the Hutchison amendment which says that, while the health care reform bill President Obama and the majority passed last year is going through the courts, any related provisions would be put on hold until the…