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Roosevelt and Senate clash over appointments and power
Washington observes a long running feud between President Roosevelt and the Senate over nominees and constitutional checks. Roosevelt presses his picks, provoking Glass and Byrd, while senators defend their rights and party control amid fears of a New Deal dominated judiciary and political machines.
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