On the recordJanuary 12, 2009
Confirming the President's nominees is one of the most important constitutional duties of the Senate.
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congress.govConfirming the President's nominees is one of the most important constitutional duties of the Senate.
Emphasizes the Senate's role in confirming presidential nominees.
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