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Martin Heinrich: The Senate has a constitutional duty to advise and, if it determines, consent to the President’s nominees.

On the recordJanuary 8, 2025
The Senate has a constitutional duty to advise and, if it determines, consent to the President’s nominees.
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Martin Heinrich
Democratic · New Mexico

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Heinrich emphasizes the Senate's responsibility in the nomination process.

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