Senator Dianne Feinstein has requested a temporary replacement to fill her spot on the Senate Judiciary Committee.
has requested a temporary replacement to fill her spot on the Senate Judiciary Committee, a move that would allow Democrats to confirm judges in her extended medical leave from the Senate. It also seems aimed at staving off mounting pressure on the 89-year-old to resign. “I understand that my absence could delay the important work of the Judiciary Committee,” Feinstein said in a
Wednesday, emphasizing that she remains “committed to the job” she’s held since 1992. “I’ve asked [Senate Majority Leader] to ask the Senate to allow another Democratic senator to temporarily serve until I’m able to resume my committee work.” The request, which Schumer said he would act on when the Senate reconvenes next week, comes amid growing concerns among Democrats about Feinstein’s ability to serve. Questions have been circulating about her mental fitness ever since it waslast year that she was struggling to recognize colleagues and follow policy discussions.
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