Mitch McConnell Is Hospitalized , After Falling at a Hotel.
CNN reports that the Senate minority leader fell at the Waldorf Astoria hotel in Washington, D.C.
A spokesperson issued a statement on his behalf.
This evening, Leader McConnell tripped at a local hotel during a private dinner.
He has been admitted to the hospital where
he is receiving treatment, Spokesperson for Mitch McConnell, via statement.
The extent of McConnell's injuries
has not been disclosed.
CNN reports that the 81-year-old had another fall in 2019 at his home in Kentucky.
He tripped on his patio and ended up fracturing his shoulder.
McConnell is the longest-serving
Republican Senate leader.
According to Senate.gov, he's been "elected to lead the Republican conference nine times since 2006.".
Senate.gov also states that McConnell's been referred
to as "the most important Republican since
Ronald Reagan" and "the most conservative leader
of either party in the history of the Senate.".
CNN reports that his hospitalization comes as Democrats narrowly control the chamber, 51-49.
US House Passes , Debt Limit Bill , As Default Looms.
On April 26, House Speaker Kevin McCarthy passed
his debt ceiling bill by a narrow margin of 217 to 215. .
NBC reports that the passage of the bill
throws into question whether the United States
will be able to avoid a looming default.
Both the Democratic-controlled
Senate and the Biden administration have
said that they would not approve the bill. .
Both the Democratic-controlled
Senate and the Biden administration have
said that they would not approve the bill. .
However, Republicans believe that
the passage of the bill in the House opens
the door for further negotiation. .
Now he should sit down and negotiate.
We are the only party to take fiscal
action... that would lift the debt limit
so we wouldnât have economic damage, Kevin McCarthy, Republican House Speaker, via NBC.
NBC reports that the White House has
said it will not compromise on raising
the debt limit with policy strings attached.
According to the Treasury Department, economic
calamity from the U.S. defaulting on its debts could
happen as early as June 5 if Congress fails to act in time.
According to the Treasury Department, economic
calamity from the U.S. defaulting on its debts could
happen as early as June 5 if Congress fails to act in time.
Our plan has always been the same:
to avoid default, to pass a clean
debt ceiling â no brinksmanship,
no hostage-taking. , Chuck Schumer, Democratic Senate Majority Leader, via NBC.
However, Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell
suggests that a compromise between both
parties is the only way forward.
The agreement needs to be
reached between the speaker
and the president. Until he and
the speaker of the House reach
an agreement, weâll be at a standoff, Mitch McConnell, Republican Senate Minority Leader, via NBC
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OpenAI Chief Goes Before Congress , to Suggest Licenses for Building AI.
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman addressed
a Senate panel on May 16.
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman addressed
a Senate panel on May 16.
He said that AI's ability to compromise election integrity is a "significant area
of concern," Reuters reports.
Altman went on to say that AI
development needs regulation.
I think we also need rules, guidelines, on whatâs expected
in terms of disclosure from a company providing a model.
I am nervous about it, Sam Altman, OpenAI CEO, via statement.
Altman suggests that licensing or registration requirements should be in place "for AI with certain capabilities," Reuters reports. .
This would help the U.S. to
establish and enforce safety standards. .
AI critics fear the technology will have far-reaching negative effects.
For example, prejudice and misinformation could be propagated.
Others suggest "AI could end humanity itself," Reuters reports.
An OpenAI employee recently suggested
creating an AI licensing agency called the
Office for AI Safety and Infrastructure Security (OASIS).
It remains to be seen whether
that will be made a reality
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Bipartisan Senate Bill , Aims to Keep Kids , Under 13 Off Social Media.
This week, senators from both sides of the political divide
announced legislation aimed at protecting children from
aspects of social media found to impact mental health.
NPR reports that a bipartisan group of senators
claim that social media is contributing to
a mental health crisis among young Americans.
NPR reports that a bipartisan group of senators
claim that social media is contributing to
a mental health crisis among young Americans.
The proposed Protecting Kids on Social Media Act , would ban children under the age of 13 , from accessing social media.
Teens from 13 to 18 years old would need
a parent to provide a valid form of ID in order
for them to become users on a platform.
NPR reports that the proposed bill is sponsored by Republican Senators Tom Cotton and Katie Britt, and Democratic Senators Brian Schatz and Chris Murphy.
NPR reports that the proposed bill is sponsored by Republican Senators Tom Cotton and Katie Britt, and Democratic Senators Brian Schatz and Chris Murphy.
NPR reports that the proposed bill is sponsored by Republican Senators Tom Cotton and Katie Britt, and Democratic Senators Brian Schatz and Chris Murphy.
The business model of these apps is
simple, the duration of time the user
spends on the app and the extent to
which they engage with content
is directly correlated with ad revenue, Brian Schatz, Democratic Senator for Hawaii, via NPR.
Hawaii's Sen. Brian Schatz argues that the result of social
media platforms driving users to spend long amounts
of time on their platforms could be "catastrophic.".
Social media [companies] have
stumbled onto a stubborn, devastating
fact: The way to get kids to linger
on the platforms and to maximize
platforms is to upset them, Brian Schatz, Democratic Senator for Hawaii, via NPR.
According to a Pew Research study,
most teens say they go on social media platforms
like YouTube and TikTok at least once every day.
According to a Pew Research study,
most teens say they go on social media platforms
like YouTube and TikTok at least once every day.
The growing evidence is clear:
social media is making kids more
depressed and wreaking havoc
on their mental health, while kids
are suffering, social media companies
are profiting. This needs to stop, Brian Schatz, Democratic Senator for Hawaii, via NPR.
The growing evidence is clear:
social media is making kids more
depressed and wreaking havoc
on their mental health, while kids
are suffering, social media companies
are profiting. This needs to stop, Brian Schatz, Democratic Senator for Hawaii, via NPR
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Congress Blocks US , Equal Rights Amendment .
On April 27, the United States Senate did not reach enough votes to preserve equal rights
for women in the Constitution.
Reuters reports that the failed
attempt comes a century after Congress
first proposed guaranteeing gender equality.
Reuters reports that the failed
attempt comes a century after Congress
first proposed guaranteeing gender equality.
Supporters of the resolution were
nine votes short of the 60 needed to
clear the chamber's filibuster hurdle.
Had it passed, the resolution would have removed
a 1982 deadline that has reportedly prevented
the Equal Rights Amendment from going into effect.
Had it passed, the resolution would have removed
a 1982 deadline that has reportedly prevented
the Equal Rights Amendment from going into effect.
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer highlighted
the importance of the ERA after the Supreme Court
overturned Roe v. Wade last year.
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer highlighted
the importance of the ERA after the Supreme Court
overturned Roe v. Wade last year.
To the horror of hundreds of millions
of American people, women in
America have far fewer rights today
than they did even a year ago, Chuck Schumer, Senate Majority Leader, via Reuters.
Reuters reports that opponents of the ERA
argue the resolution could pave the way
for abortion being made a constitutional right.
The failure to pass the resolution is likely to
bolster the importance of women's rights in
the upcoming 2024 presidential election. .
It is long past time to
definitively enshrine the principle
of gender equality in the Constitution, White House, via statement.
Supporters of the ERA say it would guarantee equal pay and
rights in legal matters, while opponents point out that the
resolution would make women subject to a military draft
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Elon Musk , Meets With Lawmakers , on Regulating AI.
On April 27, Elon Musk tweeted that he met with Senate
Majority Leader Chuck Schumer and other lawmakers
regarding the regulation of artificial intelligence.
On April 27, Elon Musk tweeted that he met with Senate
Majority Leader Chuck Schumer and other lawmakers
regarding the regulation of artificial intelligence.
CNBC reports that Musk
posted the tweet after
being spotted on Capitol Hill.
That which affects
safety of the public has,
over time, become regulated
to ensure that companies
do not cut corners, Elon Musk, CEO of Tesla, SpaceX and Twitter, via Twitter.
AI has great power
to do good and evil.
Better the former, Elon Musk, CEO of Tesla, SpaceX and Twitter, via Twitter.
Recently, Schumer launched an effort to create
a framework for regulation that fosters the rapidly-
advancing technology while minimizing the risks.
Recently, Schumer launched an effort to create
a framework for regulation that fosters the rapidly-
advancing technology while minimizing the risks.
CNBC reports that Schumer's plans focus on
transparency and thorough testing by experts
prior to AI systems being released to the public.
Last month, Musk was a high-profile signatory of
an open letter calling for a six-month pause on
âthe training of AI systems more powerful than GPT-4.â.
Musk was a co-founder of ChatGPT
creator OpenAI, but he sold off his stake
in the company and left the board in 2018.
Musk was a co-founder of ChatGPT
creator OpenAI, but he sold off his stake
in the company and left the board in 2018.
Following his departure,
Musk has repeatedly warned that
OpenAI has strayed from its initial goals.
In response, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman said that while
he agreed with moving forward with caution, âThe letter,
I donât think, was the optimal way to address it.â.
In response, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman said that while
he agreed with moving forward with caution, âThe letter,
I donât think, was the optimal way to address it.â
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At the red carpet premiere of 'Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3,' Pom Klementieff dished on the last day on set of the film and revealed she has talked to James Gunn about DC.
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US President Joe Biden drew a crowd that was nearly double the size of Ballina's population to make his final speech in Ireland before flying back to Washington DC.
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This Day in History:, John Wilkes Booth Shoots
Abraham Lincoln.
April 14, 1865.
Booth shot President Abraham Lincoln in the head
during a performance of 'Our American Cousin,'
at Ford's Theater in Washington D.C.
The Confederate sympathizer then jumped from the
balcony of Lincoln's booth, yelling "Sic semper
tyrannus," Latin for "Ever thus to tyrants.".
Booth injured his leg on the jump, and hobbled
out of the theater to his getaway horse.
Lincoln was carried to a
boardinghouse across the
street, where he died the next morning.
His assassination was part of a broader conspiracy
to kill the major heads of the Union government,
throwing the nation into disarray.
Hiding out in a Virginia barn,
Booth was shot and killed by Corporal Boston Corbett
on April 26 after Union troops set the barn on fire
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Juul to Pay $462 Million , Over Claims It Marketed to Minors.
CBS News reports that New York Attorney General Letitia James made the announcement on April 12.
Juul lit a nationwide public health
crisis by putting addictive products
in the hands of minors and
convincing them that it's harmless, Letitia James, New York Attorney General, via statement.
Today they are paying the price for the harm they caused, Letitia James, New York Attorney General, via statement.
California, Colorado, Illinois,
Massachusetts, New Mexico, New York and Washington, D.C., will receive the payout.
D.C. Attorney General Brian Schwalb said that
Juul "knew how addictive and dangerous its
products were and actively tried to cover
up that medical truth.".
CBS News reports that on April 10,
Juul settled another lawsuit in
West Virginia for nearly $8 million.
Last month, it paid $23.8 million to Chicago.
Minnesota went to trial
against Juul last month.
Attorney General Keith Ellison claims
that the e-cigarette company , "baited, deceived and addicted a whole new generation
of kids after Minnesotans slashed youth smoking
rates down to the lowest level in a generation.".
According to a Juul spokesperson, underage
use of the company's products has decreased
by 95% since 2019, as reported by the
National Youth Tobacco Survey.
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A Louisville bank employee armed with a rifle opened fire at his workplace Monday morning, killing five people â including a close friend of Kentuckyâs governor â while live streaming the attack on Instagram.
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4 Killed in Shooting , at Bank in Louisville, KY.
AP reports that four people were killed
and at least nine were injured at
Old National Bank in Louisville on April 10.
AP reports that four people were killed
and at least nine were injured at
Old National Bank in Louisville on April 10.
We believe this is a lone gunman involved in this that did have a connection to the bank. Weâre trying to establish what that connection was to the business, but it appears he was a previous employee, Paul Humphrey, Louisville Metro Police Department
Deputy Chief, via news conference.
The suspect is dead, but it is not
known whether he shot himself
or if officers took him down.
The suspect is dead, but it is not
known whether he shot himself
or if officers took him down.
This is a tragic event. But it was it was the heroic response of officers that made sure that no more people were more seriously injured than what happened, Paul Humphrey, Louisville Metro Police Department
Deputy Chief, via news conference.
AP reports that Gov. Andy Beshear lost friends in the shooting.
AP reports that Gov. Andy Beshear lost friends in the shooting.
This is awful. I have a very close friend who didnât make it today. And I have another close friend who didnât, either. And one whoâs at the hospital that I hope is going to make it through, Andy Beshear, Kentucky governor, via statement.
Two police officers are among the
nine who were injured. One remains
in critical condition.
Two police officers are among the
nine who were injured. One remains
in critical condition.
Three patients have been discharged so far.
Three patients have been discharged so far.
The country's 15th mass shooting this year
comes just two weeks after Audrey Hale took the
lives of three children and three adults
at Covenant School in Nashville.
The country's 15th mass shooting this year
comes just two weeks after Audrey Hale took the
lives of three children and three adults
at Covenant School in Nashville
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Biden and McCarthy , Still Havenât Made a Debt Limit Deal.
June 1 is the deadline for America's
debt limit to be raised before the country defaults for the first time ever.
The House speaker and U.S. president ended
their current round of talks regarding the
situation on the evening of May 22, CNN reports.
The House speaker and U.S. president ended
their current round of talks regarding the
situation on the evening of May 22, CNN reports.
While no deal was reached,
the two leaders are optimistic. .
I felt we had a productive discussion. We donât have an agreement yet,
but I did feel the discussion was productive in areas that we have differences of opinion, Kevin McCarthy, House speaker, via statement.
We reiterated once again that
default is off the table and the only way to move forward is in good faith toward a bipartisan agreement, Joe Biden, U.S. president, via statement.
While there are areas of disagreement, the Speaker and I, and his lead negotiatorsâŠ
and our staffs will continue to discuss the path forward, Joe Biden, U.S. president, via statement.
McCarthy also said that once an agreement is reached, he will uphold the House's three-day rule to make sure legislators have enough time to examine the deal before voting.
But not everyone is so optimistic
about the discussions thus far. .
Democrat Hakeem Jeffries said
things are moving in the "wrong direction.".
Theyâve rejected the fact that
President Biden is willing to consider freezing spending. It will reduce
the deficit by a trillion dollars. , Hakeem Jeffries, House Democratic leader, via statement.
This is what the extreme MAGA Republicans say that they want. They rejected. They rejected an unwillingness to not put the country through this again, Hakeem Jeffries, House Democratic leader, via statement
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5 Takeaways From , Trump's Town Hall .
Following former President
Donald Trump's town hall, CNN reports
on some of the major takeaways. .
Trump dismisses Carroll trial, One day before the town hall, Trump was
found liable for sexual abuse and defamation
against writer Jean E. Carroll in a civil trial. .
Trump dismisses Carroll trial, One day before the town hall, Trump was
found liable for sexual abuse and defamation
against writer Jean E. Carroll in a civil trial. .
When asked, Trump said that he
doubted the outcome of the trial would
harm his standing with female voters. .
View of looming U.S. debt default, Trump predicted that Democrats would compromise,
while insisting that a potentially catastrophic default
is still preferable to continuing unchecked spending. .
View of looming U.S. debt default, Trump predicted that Democrats would compromise,
while insisting that a potentially catastrophic default
is still preferable to continuing unchecked spending. .
Vague stance on abortion, CNN reports that Trump dodged questions
about a potential federal abortion ban,
which has already split the Republican party. .
We now have a great negotiating
ability, and I think weâre going to
be able to get something done, Donald Trump, former President of the United States, via CNN.
Ending the war in Ukraine, CNN reports that Trump refused to pick
sides in the conflict, while emphasizing the
importance of bringing the violence to an end.
I donât think in terms of winning
and losing. I think in terms of
getting it settled so we
stop killing all these people, Donald Trump, former President of the United States, via CNN.
Repeated claims of election fraud, Trump continued to refute the results of the
2020 presidential election, despite having already
lost dozens of legal cases to overturn the results. .
I think itâs a shame what
happened. I think itâs a very
sad thing for our country, Donald Trump, former President of the United States, via CNN
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North Dakota , Becomes Latest State , to Pass Strict Abortion Ban.
On April 24, North Dakota adopted one of the United States'
strictest abortion laws, banning the procedure
with few exceptions up to six weeks of gestation.
This bill clarifies and refines
existing state law⊠and reaffirms
North Dakota as a pro-life state, Doug Burgum, Republican governor of North Dakota, via 'The Guardian'.
'The Guardian' reports that the new law
allows abortions up to six weeks only in
the case of rape, incest or medical emergency.
North Dakota has always
been pro-life and believed in
valuing the moms and children
both. Weâre pretty happy and
grateful that the governor
stands with that value, Janne Myrdal, Republican senator, via 'The Guardian'.
Since the U.S. Supreme Court overturned
Roe v. Wade last year, numerous states
have moved to ban or restrict the procedure.
Currently, 13 states have already
put bans in place on abortion
at all stages of pregnancy.
Meanwhile, at least 20 Democratic
states have launched a network
to strengthen access to abortions.
'The Guardian' reports that North Dakota
no longer has any abortion clinics, after
the state's last facility in Fargo was shut down.
The owner of that facility, the Red River Women's
Clinic, continues to pursue a lawsuit challenging the
constitutionality of North Dakota's abortion bans.
I donât think women in North Dakota
are going to accept this and there will be
action in the future to get our rights back.
Our legislature is overwhelmingly
pro-pregnancy, but I think women in the
state would like to make their own decisions, Liz Conmy, Democratic representative for North Dakota, via 'The Guardian'
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DeSantis Will Not Hold , a Hometown Event , as Part of 2024 Campaign Launch.
CNN reported that FL Governor Ron DeSatntis will no longer be holding a roll-out event in his hometown.
DeSantis is from Dunedin, FL.
The coastal suburb is close to Tampa, where DeSantis grew up.
The FL governor will reportedly announce his bid for US President via Twitter Spaces on May 24.
Twitter owner Elon Musk is expected to be a part of the announcement.
Once the announcement is official, .
... De Santis will likely begin making campaign stops throughout FL.
While it isn't clear exactly what the immediate future will hold for the DeSantis campaign.
... the governor is scheduled for a stop in Miami on June 1.
The changes are in keeping with the nature of how DeSantis operates.
He has a reputation of making last-minute alterations to schedules ...
... as a means of keeping opponents and the media guessing.
DeSantis will face former President Donald Trump in the bid for the Republican nomination for president.
The pool of candidates seeking the GOP nomination continues to expand
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Tim Scott Announces , 2024 Presidential Bid.
Scott made the announcement at
Charleston Southern University on May 22.
He will seek the Republican nomination,
entering into competition with former President Trump
and Gov. Ron DeSantis, who is expected to
announce his candidacy this week.
He will seek the Republican nomination,
entering into competition with former President Trump
and Gov. Ron DeSantis, who is expected to
announce his candidacy this week.
He will seek the Republican nomination,
entering into competition with former President Trump
and Gov. Ron DeSantis, who is expected to
announce his candidacy this week.
While delivering a speech at his alma mater, Scott talked about growing up poor and working his way to the Senate.
We live in the land where it is possible for a kid raised in poverty by a single mother in a small apartment to one day serve in the Peopleâs House and maybe even the White House, Sen. Tim Scott, via campaign announcement.
This is the greatest country
on Godâs green Earth, Sen. Tim Scott, via campaign announcement.
Other Republicans running for president include Nikki Haley, Vivek Ramaswamy,
Asa Hutchinson and Larry Elder.
Other Republicans running for president include Nikki Haley, Vivek Ramaswamy,
Asa Hutchinson and Larry Elder.
Other Republicans running for president include Nikki Haley, Vivek Ramaswamy,
Asa Hutchinson and Larry Elder.
Other Republicans running for president include Nikki Haley, Vivek Ramaswamy,
Asa Hutchinson and Larry Elder.
'The Hill' reports that although Scott is well liked, he's got his work cut out for him when it comes to facing off with Trump and DeSantis.
A recent poll showed Trump in a clear lead compared to any other Republican.
DeSantis is shown in second place.
Trump welcomed Scott's campaign bid after the senator made his announcement.
Good luck to Senator Tim Scott in
entering the Republican Presidential Primary Race. It is rapidly loading up with lots of people, and Tim is a big step up from Ron DeSanctimonious, who is totally unelectable, Donald Trump, via Truth Social
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US Debt Ceiling Crisis , Highlights Government Spending.
'Newsweek' reports that recent polls have suggested
that Americans feel government spending sits
at the center of the current debt ceiling crisis.
'Newsweek' reports that recent polls have suggested
that Americans feel government spending sits
at the center of the current debt ceiling crisis.
According to a poll of 1,500 adults, at least half said they
think the government is overspending, while an equal
number want commitments to cut spending.
If the debt ceiling is not raised or suspended, the
U.S. could default on the $31.5 trillion debt it owes,
which would have significant global consequences.
Republican House Speaker Kevin McCarthy points
to a bill passed by House Republicans that
"avoids default and tackles reckless spending.".
Republican House Speaker Kevin McCarthy points
to a bill passed by House Republicans that
"avoids default and tackles reckless spending.".
The House bill calls for $4.8 trillion in savings
over the next decade and includes a reversal
of some key aspects of Biden's agenda.
The House bill calls for $4.8 trillion in savings
over the next decade and includes a reversal
of some key aspects of Biden's agenda.
Those cuts would include the student
loan relief program and Biden's
proposed clean energy tax credits.
'Newsweek' points out that the clean energy
tax credits are a crucial part of Biden's goal of
moving the U.S. closer to a green economy.
'Newsweek' points out that the clean energy
tax credits are a crucial part of Biden's goal of
moving the U.S. closer to a green economy.
To a large extent, it is just about the size
and the scope of government, which feeds
into larger debates about what the
appropriate role of the state is in
the U.S. economy and in people's lives, Thomas Gift, Director of the Center on U.S. Politics
at University College London (UCL), via 'Newsweek'.
Over the course of Biden's tenure,
more and more Americans have become
skeptical of spending on the order
of magnitude Biden has proposed, Thomas Gift, Director of the Center on U.S. Politics
at University College London (UCL), via 'Newsweek'.
'Newsweek' reports that the impending financial
disaster could lead to either party agreeing to
compromises that help to avoid the worst outcome
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US to Buy 3 Million Barrels of Oil , to Replenish Emergency Reserve.
The Department of Energy made the announcement on May 15, Reuters reports.
It has requested that offers be presented
by May 31 for an August delivery. .
Last year, the Biden administration sold
180 million barrels, the largest amount ever from the Strategic Petroleum Reserve.
Inventory sank to the lowest amount since 1983, about 372 million barrels.
The sale was made in an attempt to stabilize oil markets and fight high gas prices.
The sale was made in an attempt to stabilize oil markets and fight high gas prices.
Republicans criticized the decision, claiming it left America with too little to navigate a future crisis. .
The Biden administration said it would repurchase oil when prices remained
near or below $67 to $72 a barrel.
This way, taxpayers would reportedly benefit since the barrels were sold for a much higher price.
On May 15, crude prices were about
$71 per barrel, Reuters reports
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Senate Republicans Block Effort , to Replace Feinstein on Judiciary Panel.
CNN reports that the request
was formally blocked on April 18.
CNN reports that the request
was formally blocked on April 18.
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer and other Democrats hoped to temporarily replace Feinstein on the panel as she recovers from shingles.
The 89-year-old senator made the request last week, as she is committed to returning to her role.
Her absence has delayed the panel's
ability to process judicial nominees.
Pressure has mounted for Feinstein
to return soon or resign.
She has already made it clear that
she won't seek reelection.
Opposing GOP senators contend that the attempt to temporarily replace Feinstein is merely to get controversial nominees confirmed.
Sheâs a dear friend and we hope for her
speedy recovery and return back to the Senate. With all due respect, my colleague, Senator Schumer, this is about a handful of judges
that you canât get the votes for, Sen. Lindsey Graham, via CNN.
I donât think Republicans can or should help President Bidenâs most controversial nominees. , Sen. John Cornyn, via CNN.
I support having Sen. Feinstein come back as soon as she can. But this effort to confirm controversial and in many instances largely unqualified nominees,
I donât think you can expect any Republican cooperation, Sen. John Cornyn, via CNN
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Sen. Dianne Feinstein Asks to Be , âTemporarilyâ Replaced on Judiciary Committee.
CNN reports that the 89-year-old senator made the request on April 12 as she recovers from shingles.
I understand that my absence could delay the important work of the Judiciary Committee, so Iâve asked Leader Schumer to ask the Senate to allow another Democratic senator to temporarily serve until Iâm able to resume my committee work, Sen. Dianne Feinstein, via statement.
Feinstein said she is committed to returning "as soon as possible once my medical team advises that it's safe for me to travel.".
Feinstein said she is committed to returning "as soon as possible once my medical team advises that it's safe for me to travel.".
A spokesperson for Chuck Schumer said that "per Sen. Feinstein's wishes," the Senate will be asked "next week to allow another Democratic senator to temporarily serve on the Judiciary Committee.".
But some of the lawmakers are calling for Feinstein to resign since her absence has slowed the Democrats' push to confirm nominees.
But some of the lawmakers are calling for Feinstein to resign since her absence has slowed the Democrats' push to confirm nominees.
She has been an icon on issues of gun violence and womenâs rights, but it has become painfully obvious to many of us in California that she is no longer able to fulfill her duties as she doesnât have a clear return date, Rep. Ro Khanna, via Twitter.
And so, as someone from California, I felt an obligation to say what so many colleagues are saying in private. The time has come for her to gracefully step down and have a dignified end to a very distinguished political career, Rep. Ro Khanna, via Twitter.
In February, Feinstein announced
that she wouldn't seek reelection.
Several Democrats are
vying for her seat in 2024.
Several Democrats are
vying for her seat in 2024
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