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On the recordJanuary 15, 2025
I'm still hoping that they will take the facts and reach the conclusion that these nominees are deeply unqualified for various specific reasons, but overall, that they are unwilling to say no to Donald Trump and put the nation's interests ahead of loyalty to him.
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Richard Blumenthal
Democratic · Connecticut

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Blumenthal expresses hope that his colleagues will prioritize national interests over loyalty to Trump regarding nominee confirmations.

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