It is clear, in the history of this great Republic, the Senate has not denied a confirmation of a circuit court nominee by filibuster?
Watson Coleman: “It is clear, in the history of this great Republic, the Senate has not denied a confirmation of a circuit court nominee…”
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Discussing the history of Senate confirmations for circuit court nominees.
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