Unfortunately, the Senate recently has lagged in the latter regard. The Deputy Attorney General is a key operational leader within the Department of Justice, but the current nominee has been denied a vote for almost 1 year.
Carper criticizes Senate delays in confirming the Deputy Attorney General nominee.
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