Lawfare Daily: Congressional Power and the Confirmation Process, with Mike Stern and Donald Sherman
The Lawfare Podcast
Navigating Senate Confirmations and Power Shifts
This chapter explores the Senate's confirmation process and the shifting power dynamics as Congress transitions from the 118th to the 119th Congress. It emphasizes the urgent need for Senate Democrats to utilize their remaining influence to confirm key nominations and conduct thorough oversight, especially concerning allegations against certain nominees. The conversation highlights the importance of FBI background checks for nominees and the critical period for gathering information before the upcoming change in administration.
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