The Senate must get to the bottom of these questions because, sooner or later--and with this administration, it is likely to be sooner--the Supreme Court will be called on to protect fundamental rights, judicial independence, and separation of powers from a President who treats the rule of law as an annoyance rather than the foundation of our democracy.
Durbin emphasizes the need for Senate oversight on judicial matters amid executive power concerns.
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We ask that you immediately provide all committee records that you have withheld, commit to fully complying with Senate Rules XXVI and XXVII going forward, and apologize to Mr. Smith on behalf of the Committee.
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