John Thune: “today we have had a full day of debate on the nomination of Judge Alito for the Supreme Court. This all-important debate…”

“today we have had a full day of debate on the nomination of Judge Alito for the Supreme Court. This all-important debate will continue tomorrow and the balance of the week. Tomorrow, we will again be alternating hour time blocks for Members to speak, with the Democratic side speaking from 10 until 11 and the majority from 11 to 12 and alternating back and forth throughout the day. Members are encouraged to use this time to make their statements. As the majority leader announced earlier today, we are hoping we can work toward a time certain for a vote on the Alito nomination and will notify Members so they can plan their schedules accordingly. ____________________”