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‘Use your majority’: In the unlikely event of a Supreme Court vacancy, Republicans are ready to act

A Senate flip to Democrats could essentially shut down confirmations of President Donald Trump’s court nominees — but not until January.

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POLITICO· Oct 7, 8:45 AM‘Use your majority’: In the unlikely event of a Supreme Court vacancy, Republicans are ready to act

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