The Senate Judiciary Committee plans further hearings in December to finalize appointments before the nomination process resets. These efforts may intensify if Republicans lose control of the Senate after the midterm elections, as confirming judicial nominees would then become a priority for the remaining available floor time.
Tuesday, October 20, 2026
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Senate Republicans Rush Trump Judicial Confirmations Before Year End
US Politics6 days ago
Judiciary Chair Grassley will conduct 2 judicial nomination hearings in November during a session that lasts fewer than 2 weeks. The push aims to secure the maximum number of vacancies for judges picked by Donald Trump before the term of the current Congress expires.
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