Senate Republicans Block Biden's Nominees in Protest of Trump's Prosecutions
Six GOP senators vow to halt fast-tracking of judicial and political appointments until Election Day, citing perceived political bias.
- The group includes Senators J.D. Vance, Mike Lee, Bill Hagerty, Roger Marshall, Tommy Tuberville, and Eric Schmitt.
- The senators argue the Biden administration is weaponizing the legal system against political opponents.
- Their pledge targets dozens of Biden's nominees, including high-profile positions at the UN and WHO.
- The hold on nominees is seen as a demonstration of loyalty to Trump amidst his criminal convictions.
- Democrats control enough votes to confirm nominees without GOP support, but the move aims to galvanize Republican opposition.