


Senate Strikes Deal to Confirm Judges Amidst Controversy Over Absences
Senate Democrats and Republicans reach a judicial nominee compromise, allowing Biden's district court judges to advance while forfeiting four appellate nominees to Trump.
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In a compromise, Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer trades Biden's four appellate court nominees to speed the confirmation of 13 district judges. GOP absences led to crucial confirmations, raising concerns within the party. Critics argue this deal cedes significant judicial power to Republicans as Trump prepares to take office. Despite the agreement, tensions over judicial nominations persist, with liberal groups expressing frustration over the decision.
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