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Republicans push for curbs on powers of federal judges
In Washington Republicans press a package of reforms to curb federal judges perceived as activist, seeking easier impeachment, limits on overturning state ballots, restrictions on class action suits, and added Senate scrutiny of Clinton nominees. House leaders cite vacancies and perceived liberal rulings as motives. A proposed Judicial Reform Act would let both sides veto a judge assignment, echoing state practices.
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