Everyone knew Democrats were going to try something to block Barrett, and now they have.
Senator Feinstein has now formally requested a delay in the confirmation hearings, claiming there simply is not enough time to properly vet Barrett.
Feinstein Statement
Senator Feinstein wrote, “The timeline for consideration of Judge Barrett’s nomination is incompatible with the Senate’s constitutional role.
“We again urge you to delay consideration of this nomination until after the presidential inauguration. The Senate and the American public deserve a deliberative, thorough process, and this falls far short.”
Adding, “This timeline is a sharp departure from past practice. Even more, it undercuts the Senate’s ability to fulfill its advice and consent role and deprives the American people of a meaningful opportunity to gauge the nominee and her record for themselves.”
Quick History Lesson
The statement by Feinstein is clearly a delay tactic and not based on precedent, as she claims.
First and foremost, the Senate already had everything it needs to process the nomination.
Furthermore, Senate staffs today are far deeper than they were in years past, as well as improved technology.
With almost two full weeks before the hearings start, they have more than enough time to prepare for the hearing.
In terms of history, Feinstein is 100 percent wrong.
In 1965, when Lyndon B. Johnson nominated Abe Fortas, the nomination process lasted from July 28 to August 11.
Even more recently, ironically related to Ruth Bader Ginsburg, the nomination process lasted a little more than a month.
Clinton nominated Ginsburg on June 22, 1993, and she was confirmed on August 3, 1993.
We should also note, both of these presidents were Democrats.
So, Senator Feinstein, please tell us again how you don’t have enough time.
Source: Fox News
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