On the recordSeptember 3, 2018
When Justice Scalia died, Republicans refused to even meet--even a meeting in their office--with President Obama's nominee, and held the seat open for 1 year.
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congress.govDianne Feinstein: “When Justice Scalia died, Republicans refused to even meet--even a meeting in their office--with President Obama's…”
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Feinstein criticizes Republicans for their handling of Supreme Court nominations.
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