I do not believe advice and consent matters are questions of partisan politics. I do not believe it is proper for the Members of the opposition party to use the advice and consent responsibility as a mandate or opportunity for petty political warfare.
Discussing the Senate's advice and consent role on the nomination of a close Presidential aide as Attorney General.
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