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Trump Calls for Halt on Biden's Judicial Confirmations Amid Senate Push

President-elect Trump urges GOP senators to block Biden's judicial nominees as Democrats race to confirm judges before the transition in January.

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Updated: Nov 19th, 2024, 6:45 PM ET

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In a bid to obstruct President Biden's judicial appointments, President-elect Trump urges Senate Republicans to halt confirmations until his inauguration. Senate Democrats aim to confirm as many judges as possible before the shift in control. Despite pushback from some moderate GOP senators, the impending transition heightens tensions as the Senate remains divided. The current legislative session is a critical time for both parties to fortify their judicial legacies.

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