Dianne Feinstein: “Mr. Chairman, this is the second time I've mentioned it and it really bothers me that something like this is going on.”

There's been no slowdown. She did acknowledge that Republicans have blocked some nominees from moving forward.

I recently sent letters to you and Administrator Bose to include three wildlife overpasses as required mitigation in the pending permit.

I'm still not seeking the position of vice president. I've had an opportunity now to be the first woman and the first mayor to be asked to go through an interview process.

I'm pleased to join in the introductions of Kim Lee, who has been nominated to serve on the Northern District of California.