Bolton nomination advances to full Senate amid partisan split
The nomination of John Bolton as US ambassador to the UN moved from committee to the full Senate, with the GOP-led panel approving him 10 to 8 along party lines but not recommending confirmation. Senator George Voinovich denounced Bolton as an ideologue while signaling he will vote against him on the floor.
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Filibuster debate flares as disputed judge nominee awaits hearings
Senate Judiciary Committee approves William Pryor 10 to 8, sending his nomination to the full Senate as partisan debate over filibusters escalates. Pryor, Alabama’s former attorney general and abortion foe, is among several appellate nominees blocked by Democrats. The move sparks warnings of a constitutional crisis and possible procedural changes to curb filibusters.
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