On the recordMarch 19, 2017
The President nominates someone to serve on the Supreme Court, and we have the constitutional duty in the Article I branch of providing advice and consent.
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congress.govThe President nominates someone to serve on the Supreme Court, and we have the constitutional duty in the Article I branch of providing advice and consent.
Sasse outlines the Senate's role in the Supreme Court nomination process.
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