California’s Feinstein returns to Senate after monthslong absence
1 year, 7 months ago

California’s Feinstein returns to Senate after monthslong absence

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — California Sen. Dianne Feinstein returned to the Senate on Wednesday after a two-and-a-half-month absence due to illness, giving majority Democrats a much-needed final vote as they seek to confirm President Joe Biden’s nominees and raise the nation’s debt ceiling in the coming weeks. “I’m hopeful those issues will subside as I continue to recover.” f93f03adf8b8447eb2a9dacac4d68fd0 Feinstein’s return after 10 weeks away from the Senate gives Democrats a better cushion as they navigate their narrow 51-49 majority. She had asked Schumer to temporarily replace her on the Senate Judiciary Committee, where some of Biden’s judicial nominations have stalled without her tie-breaking vote. “I also look forward to resuming my work on the Judiciary Committee considering the president’s judicial nominees,” she said.

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Schiff to be sworn in Monday as California’s next U.S. senator
3 weeks ago

Schiff to be sworn in Monday as California’s next U.S. senator

LA Times  

Rep. Adam B. Schiff addresses a crowd gathered at a campaign event at the UA Union Hall in Orange in March. Sen.-elect Adam B. Schiff will be sworn in as California’s next U.S. senator on Monday, replacing Sen. Laphonza Butler, according to sources familiar with the arrangements. Former Assemblymember Laura Friedman, a Democrat, won election in Schiff’s House district and …

Democratic Showdown in California Senate Race: Schiff vs. Garvey
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Democratic Showdown in California Senate Race: Schiff vs. Garvey

Associated Press  

Democratic U.S. Rep. Adam Schiff is facing a tough fight to fill Dianne Feinstein's Senate seat in liberal California. Schiff, a Los Angeles-area congressman, holds an edge in campaign financing and polling over Republican former baseball star Steve Garvey. However, the race has been largely overlooked in a year when control of the Senate is in play. Schiff shapes his …

Schiff and Garvey are headed to November showdown for coveted California Senate seat
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Schiff and Garvey are headed to November showdown for coveted California Senate seat

LA Times  

Concluding California’s most competitive U.S. Senate primary in a generation, Rep. Adam B. Schiff of Burbank and retired Dodgers All-Star Steve Garvey will square off in November to represent the Golden State in Washington. She said in an interview that she hopes the election results show voters that campaign finance rules have to change, because “money drives the polling in …

California’s streak of female senators may be ending — and women appear to be a reason
10 months ago

California’s streak of female senators may be ending — and women appear to be a reason

LA Times  

When Rep. Katie Porter first ran for Congress in 2018, some of the nation’s most influential female leaders and advocacy organizations lined up to support her, including then-Sen. Kamala Harris, Emily’s List and the Planned Parenthood Action Fund. “People have watched him defend the institution and defend democracy against Donald Trump.” Kamlager-Dove said she’s heard from people — including many …

At forum for California’s Senate hopefuls, few policy differences but some fiery jabs
1 year, 2 months ago

At forum for California’s Senate hopefuls, few policy differences but some fiery jabs

LA Times  

Reps. Katie Porter, Adam B. Schiff and Barbara Lee, left to right, participate in a forum Sunday at the Westin Bonaventure Hotel in Los Angeles for candidates running for the seat of the late Sen. Dianne Feinstein and her appointed successor, Laphonza Butler. “I don’t think members of Congress should be while federal employees and others are going without a …

Butler sworn in as third Black female senator in US history, replaces late California Sen. Feinstein
1 year, 2 months ago

Butler sworn in as third Black female senator in US history, replaces late California Sen. Feinstein

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Former union leader and Democratic insider Laphonza Butler was sworn in as the newest member of the Senate on Tuesday, replacing California Sen. Dianne Feinstein after her death and becoming only the third Black female senator in history. Schumer, D-N.Y., said that “today, the Senate takes another step towards fully reflecting our vibrant democracy.” He said Butler has …

Dianne Feinstein death: She leaves behind a towering legacy—and huge, high-stakes questions for Democrats and the Senate.
1 year, 2 months ago

Dianne Feinstein death: She leaves behind a towering legacy—and huge, high-stakes questions for Democrats and the Senate.

Slate  

California senior Sen. Dianne Feinstein has died at the age of 90. Feinstein’s reputation has evolved greatly over her 30 years in the senate: She is best known variously for her work on gun control and women’s rights, her commitment to finding common ground with Republicans, and finally, for her long and very public health decline and her refusal to …

Sen. Dianne Feinstein of California, trailblazer and champion of liberal priorities, dies at age 90
1 year, 2 months ago

Sen. Dianne Feinstein of California, trailblazer and champion of liberal priorities, dies at age 90

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — U.S. Sen. Dianne Feinstein of California, a centrist Democrat and champion of liberal causes who was elected to the Senate in 1992 and broke gender barriers throughout her long career in local and national politics, has died. President Joe Biden, who served with Feinstein for years in the Senate, called her “a pioneering American,” a “true trailblazer” and …

Dianne Feinstein, still recovering, is skipping a California visit during Senate break
1 year, 5 months ago

Dianne Feinstein, still recovering, is skipping a California visit during Senate break

LA Times  

Sen. Dianne Feinstein and staff leave a Senate Judiciary Committee Hearing on May 11 after her return to Washington. The senator’s office did not say whether her decision to stay put was made on the advice of a doctor, but Ron Eckstein, her press secretary, said that she would remain in Washington “while she continues to recover.” As recently as …

Feinstein responds to questions about her absence from Washington
1 year, 7 months ago

Feinstein responds to questions about her absence from Washington

LA Times  

With the help of a staff member, Sen. Dianne Feinstein rose from her wheelchair, gripped his arm and walked onto the floor and cast her second vote of the week. We need her on the floor, but we’re doing our best to be sensitive to her medical condition.” On Monday, Sen. Richard Blumenthal spoke in support of Feinstein, saying she’s …

California Democrats further torn after seeing Sen. Feinstein’s return to Washington
1 year, 7 months ago

California Democrats further torn after seeing Sen. Feinstein’s return to Washington

LA Times  

Sen. Dianne Feinstein departs a Senate Judiciary Committee hearing in Washington on Thursday. Environmental planner Eddie Isaacs, 42, wants to see how Sen. Dianne Feinstein’s recovery progresses before deciding whether he believes she ought to step down before her term is over. “I think it’s important we have a U.S. senator to be able to fulfill their duties every day …

Sen. Dianne Feinstein is back at work but needs a lot of helping hands
1 year, 7 months ago

Sen. Dianne Feinstein is back at work but needs a lot of helping hands

LA Times  

An hour into a Senate Judiciary hearing on Thursday, California Sen. Dianne Feinstein was wheeled into the chamber by a staff member. “I’m glad to welcome our colleague, Sen. Feinstein, back to our committee,” Sen. Ted Cruz said, before adding that she was abetting “several nominees who are so extreme and so unqualified that they couldn’t have a prayer of …

Feinstein casts her first Senate vote in months, finally shedding light on health issues
1 year, 7 months ago

Feinstein casts her first Senate vote in months, finally shedding light on health issues

LA Times  

Sen. Dianne Feinstein is escorted by Senate Majority Leader Charles E. Schumer into the Senate side of the U.S. Capitol on Wednesday. Sen. Dianne Feinstein returned to the Capitol on Wednesday to cast her first vote in the Senate since taking an extended illness-related absence that threatened Democrats’ slim majority and led to mounting calls for her resignation. Offering her …

Feinstein returning to Senate after facing resignation calls
1 year, 7 months ago

Feinstein returning to Senate after facing resignation calls

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Sen. Dianne Feinstein’s office disclosed Tuesday that she is returning to Washington following an absence of more than two months in which the oldest member of Congress faced calls from within her own party to resign. Few details emerged on Feinstein’s condition, and some Democrats openly complained that her lengthy absence was compromising the Democratic agenda in the …

Sen. Dianne Feinstein returns to D.C. after extended absence
1 year, 7 months ago

Sen. Dianne Feinstein returns to D.C. after extended absence

LA Times  

Sen. Dianne Feinstein, shown in February, is returning to Washington following her extended absence due to the shingles virus. Sen. Dianne Feinstein flew back to Washington on Tuesday, her spokesman said, after her extended absence due to the shingles virus threatened to derail Senate Democrats’ agenda. On Tuesday, Khanna said he was glad to hear of Feinstein’s return, and he …

Democrats hoped Feinstein would return next week. She’s made no promises
1 year, 7 months ago

Democrats hoped Feinstein would return next week. She’s made no promises

LA Times  

Sen. Dianne Feinstein arrives at the Senate chamber inside the U.S. Capitol for a vote in February. That accounting, he said, must involve a “full medical briefing on her condition and on its prognosis; the best and honest judgment whether she’ll be able to return, and if so, when; and for how long she’ll be able to work everyday.” “Frankly, …

What should Democrats do about Dianne Feinstein?
1 year, 7 months ago

What should Democrats do about Dianne Feinstein?

The Independent  

Sign up for the daily Inside Washington email for exclusive US coverage and analysis sent to your inbox Get our free Inside Washington email Get our free Inside Washington email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. “Whatever the normal process has been in the past, we’d follow in the future,” …

Opinion: I Don’t Like Double Standards Either, But Dianne Feinstein Needs To Go
1 year, 7 months ago

Opinion: I Don’t Like Double Standards Either, But Dianne Feinstein Needs To Go

Huff Post  

As much as double standards should rightfully bother anyone who believes in fairness regarding mental fitness and the U.S. Senate, I struggle to rationalize with the argument that everyone deserves the right to suck up space when they can no longer do their job. Not speaking out undermines our credibility as elected representatives of the people.” Joining Khanna’s call was …

Feinstein matter stirs angst among some Senate peers
1 year, 8 months ago

Feinstein matter stirs angst among some Senate peers

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — For some senators, the Democratic effort to temporarily replace ailing 89-year-old Dianne Feinstein on the Judiciary Committee is about speeding up confirmation of President Joe Biden’s federal court nominees. Republican Sen. Chuck Grassley of Iowa, who is the same age as the California Democrat and has worked with her for three decades on the committee, said he thinks …

White House urges patience as Sen. Feinstein’s absence leaves judicial agenda in jeopardy
1 year, 8 months ago

White House urges patience as Sen. Feinstein’s absence leaves judicial agenda in jeopardy

LA Times  

California Sen. Dianne Feinstein’s health issues are threatening to imperil President Biden’s quest to remake the federal judiciary — but so far the White House is willing to be patient. “It is flat wrong to seek partisan advantage from the health issues of a colleague.” Republicans blocked a Democratic effort on Tuesday to temporarily replace Feinstein on the Senate Judiciary …

Republicans object to replacing Feinstein on Judiciary panel
1 year, 8 months ago

Republicans object to replacing Feinstein on Judiciary panel

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Republicans blocked a Democratic request to temporarily replace California Sen. Dianne Feinstein on the Senate Judiciary Committee Tuesday, leaving Democrats with few options for moving some of President Joe Biden’s stalled judicial nominees. Schumer would not answer questions about whether he thinks Feinstein should consider resigning, but said he had spoken to Feinstein and “she and I are …

Republicans object to replacing Dianne Feinstein on Judiciary panel
1 year, 8 months ago

Republicans object to replacing Dianne Feinstein on Judiciary panel

LA Times  

Republicans on Tuesday blocked a Democratic request to temporarily replace Sen. Dianne Feinstein on the Senate Judiciary Committee, leaving Democrats with few options for moving some of President Biden’s stalled judicial nominees. Schumer would not answer questions about whether he thinks Feinstein should consider resigning, but said he had spoken to Feinstein and “she and I are both very hopeful …

Republicans balk at plan to replace Feinstein on Judiciary
1 year, 8 months ago

Republicans balk at plan to replace Feinstein on Judiciary

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Democrats’ efforts to temporarily replace California Sen. Dianne Feinstein on the Senate Judiciary Committee met quick opposition Monday from Republicans, complicating their plan as some of President Joe Biden’s judicial nominees remain on hold during her extended medical absence. Texas Sen. John Cornyn, a Republican on the Judiciary committee, said on the Senate floor that he hopes to …

Why Sen. Feinstein’s absence is a big problem for Democrats
1 year, 8 months ago

Why Sen. Feinstein’s absence is a big problem for Democrats

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Sen. Dianne Feinstein’s monthslong absence from the Senate to recover in California from shingles has become a vexing problem for Democrats who want to confirm President Joe Biden’s nominees to the federal courts. With frustration mounting among Democrats, Feinstein on Wednesday asked to be temporarily replaced on the Senate Judiciary Committee while she recuperates. A look at the …

After calls to resign, Feinstein seeks Judiciary replacement
1 year, 8 months ago

After calls to resign, Feinstein seeks Judiciary replacement

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — U.S. Sen. Dianne Feinstein of California, who has faced calls to resign from fellow Democrats, asked Wednesday to be temporarily replaced on the Judiciary Committee while she recovers from illness that has kept her away from Washington for weeks. “In the meantime, I remain committed to the job and will continue to work from home in San …

Feinstein’s absence in Washington is creating headaches for Biden and the Democrats
1 year, 8 months ago

Feinstein’s absence in Washington is creating headaches for Biden and the Democrats

LA Times  

Sen. Dianne Feinstein speaks to reporters before entering the Senate chamber at the U.S. Capitol in February. California Sen. Dianne Feinstein’s absence in Washington, which began when she was briefly hospitalized with shingles in February, has created headaches for President Biden and congressional Democrats in Washington and is stirring speculation at home. “I understand that my absence could delay the …

Dianne Feinstein asks to be replaced on Judiciary Committee amid Democratic calls to resign
1 year, 8 months ago

Dianne Feinstein asks to be replaced on Judiciary Committee amid Democratic calls to resign

Salon  

This article originally appeared at Common Dreams. After two fellow Democratic lawmakers urged her to resign, Sen. Dianne Feinstein said Wednesday that she has asked Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer to move to temporarily replace her on the chamber's judiciary committee, alluding to the impact her absence has had on the panel's ability to advance President Joe Biden's judicial nominees. …

Column: Dianne Feinstein breaks new ground, but not in a good way
1 year, 8 months ago

Column: Dianne Feinstein breaks new ground, but not in a good way

LA Times  

The U.S. Senate was still known as an old men’s club in “The Year of the Woman,” 1992, when the election of California’s Dianne Feinstein and three other Democratic women increased the number of female senators by 200% — to all of six. The provocation for the latest publicity was Senate Judiciary Committee Chair Richard J. Durbin’s recent acknowledgements that …

Dianne Feinstein's prolonged absence puts Biden-appointed judges on hold: report
1 year, 8 months ago

Dianne Feinstein's prolonged absence puts Biden-appointed judges on hold: report

Raw Story  

Dianne Feinstein’s prolonged absence due to illness has made it harder for Senate Democrats to advance their agenda, The San Francisco Chronicle reports. The 89-year-old Democrat from California has missed 58 votes as of Monday since being hospitalized with shingles about six weeks ago, the report said. IN OTHER NEWS: Republican tries to make a stand against 'woke' beer — …

These Democrats hoping to replace Feinstein largely agree on policy. So how do they differ?
1 year, 10 months ago

These Democrats hoping to replace Feinstein largely agree on policy. So how do they differ?

LA Times  

Democratic Reps. Barbara Lee of Oakland, Adam B. Schiff of Burbank and Katie Porter of Irvine, from left, hope to replace retiring Sen. Dianne Feinstein. The biggest names vying to replace retiring Sen. Dianne Feinstein largely agree on many issues dearest to Democratic voters, so their differing political passions, generational perspectives and life stories will likely be front and center …

California Sen. Feinstein says she won’t run for reelection
1 year, 10 months ago

California Sen. Feinstein says she won’t run for reelection

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — Democratic Sen. Dianne Feinstein, whose groundbreaking political career shattered gender barriers from San Francisco’s City Hall to the corridors of Capitol Hill, said Tuesday she won’t seek reelection in 2024. “She changed this country and she was a woman on the front lines in fights, like access to assault weapons, and national security and intelligence.” Warren added: …

Dianne Feinstein Announces She’s Not Running For Reelection In 2024
1 year, 10 months ago

Dianne Feinstein Announces She’s Not Running For Reelection In 2024

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING Sen. Dianne Feinstein announced Tuesday that she won’t run for reelection in 2024, signaling an end to her more than 30 years in the Senate. Tom Williams via Getty Images Shortly after her office released her statement, Feinstein told Capitol Hill reporters that it “wasn’t supposed to go out yet.” She said her decision not to run …

Nancy Pelosi backs Adam Schiff’s bid for Dianne Feinstein’s Senate seat
1 year, 10 months ago

Nancy Pelosi backs Adam Schiff’s bid for Dianne Feinstein’s Senate seat

LA Times  

Rep. Adam Schiff, shown Jan. 12, received the backing of former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi and several other Californians in his bid for a Senate seat next year. Democratic stalwart and former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi endorsed Rep. Adam B. Schiff’s bid for the U.S. Senate on Thursday, as long as incumbent Dianne Feinstein doesn’t seek reelection. “If she decides …

Letters to the Editor: California is lucky to have so many great Senate candidates
1 year, 10 months ago

Letters to the Editor: California is lucky to have so many great Senate candidates

LA Times  

To the editor: It seems that everyone, including The Times, is predicting a brutal primary for the seat held by Sen. Dianne Feinstein. I would be proud to have Reps. Katie Porter, Adam B. Schiff or Barbara Lee represent California in the Senate. If I sound naive in hoping that their campaigns will emphasize their own strengths and not focus …

Rep. Adam Schiff is running for the Senate in California
1 year, 10 months ago

Rep. Adam Schiff is running for the Senate in California

Daily Mail  

Rep. Adam Schiff announced Thursday that he was running for Senate, launching a bid to talk the place of 89-year-old Sen. Dianne Feinstein. It comes two days after House Speaker Kevin McCarthy removed Schiff, the former chairman, from the House Intelligence Committee, with the California Republican accusing the Democrat of lying about Russiagate and the veracity of Hunter Biden's laptop. …

Column: The fight to replace Feinstein is going to be nasty, personal and very expensive
1 year, 11 months ago

Column: The fight to replace Feinstein is going to be nasty, personal and very expensive

LA Times  

Reps. Barbara Lee, left, and Katie Porter, right, have each signaled their intent to seek the Senate seat occupied by fellow Democrat Dianne Feinstein. “In this primary you’re going to have three or four or five Democrats who all meet the test of fighting for Democratic policies and sharing Democratic values,” said Rose Kapolczynski, who ran Barbara Boxer’s successful 1992 …

Rep. Barbara Lee tells colleagues she plans to run for Feinstein’s Senate seat in 2024
1 year, 11 months ago

Rep. Barbara Lee tells colleagues she plans to run for Feinstein’s Senate seat in 2024

LA Times  

Rep. Barbara Lee was considered a top contender for a potential appointment to replace Sen. Dianne Feinstein if the senator were to vacate her seat before her term expires. Democratic Rep. Barbara Lee of Oakland, a seasoned progressive with more than three decades immersed in California politics, on Wednesday told congressional colleagues she plans to run for Sen. Dianne Feinstein’s …

Rep. Katie Porter seeking Feinstein’s Senate seat in 2024
1 year, 11 months ago

Rep. Katie Porter seeking Feinstein’s Senate seat in 2024

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Democratic Rep. Katie Porter of California said Tuesday she will seek the U.S. Senate seat currently held by Sen. Dianne Feinstein, a fellow Democrat and the oldest member of the chamber. “That’s exactly why I’m announcing my candidacy for the United States Senate in 2024.” Porter is a progressive Democrat who was first elected to Congress in 2018 …

Rep. Katie Porter announces bid for Dianne Feinstein’s Senate seat
1 year, 11 months ago

Rep. Katie Porter announces bid for Dianne Feinstein’s Senate seat

LA Times  

Rep. Katie Porter of Orange County announces she’ll run for the Senate seat held by Dianne Feinstein, who at 89 is not expected to seek reelection in 2024. “There’s always an advantage in being early, as long as you’re not seen as inappropriately speculating on someone’s retirement,” said Rose Kapolczynski, who managed former California Sen. Barbara Boxer’s campaigns. It’ll be …

Feinstein says she won’t step down early from Senate
2 years ago

Feinstein says she won’t step down early from Senate

LA Times  

Some of U.S. Sen. Dianne Feinstein’s colleagues have expressed interest in her seat, even as she has announced no plans to vacate it. “You just take it as it comes.” Sen. Dianne Feinstein said Monday she has every intention of serving the remainder of her Senate term and is still deliberating whether to retire in 2024. A lot can happen …

Feinstein defends herself amid new questions about her capabilities in Senate job
2 years, 8 months ago

Feinstein defends herself amid new questions about her capabilities in Senate job

LA Times  

Sen. Dianne Feinstein pushed back Thursday on a news report that renewed questions about her age and capacity to fulfill the job responsibilities of the Senate. The San Francisco Chronicle reported that four senators — including three Democrats — and one Democratic House member said that Feinstein’s memory was rapidly deteriorating and that it appeared she could no longer fulfill …

Column: Senior Democrats (75 and older) have a message for Feinstein and Breyer: It’s time to go
3 years, 6 months ago

Column: Senior Democrats (75 and older) have a message for Feinstein and Breyer: It’s time to go

LA Times  

California’s Dianne Feinstein, who turned 88 this week, is the oldest member of the U.S. Senate. “If Feinstein were thinking the way we’d like her to think,” said Jim Ware, 78, “she’d be looking at, ‘How can I bring in someone who has more energy to do this than I do?’” “This is our opportunity,” Karl Livengood, 82, said of …

Feinstein says she hasn't considered leaving Senate early
4 years ago

Feinstein says she hasn't considered leaving Senate early

The Independent  

Sign up for the daily Inside Washington email for exclusive US coverage and analysis sent to your inbox Get our free Inside Washington email Get our free Inside Washington email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy U.S. Sen. Dianne Feinstein of California said this week she …

Feinstein says she hasn’t considered leaving Senate early
4 years ago

Feinstein says she hasn’t considered leaving Senate early

Associated Press  

SACRAMENTO, Calif. — U.S. Sen. Dianne Feinstein of California said this week she hasn’t thought about retiring before her term ends in 2024 and defended herself against criticism of her job performance and questions about her age. “I don’t feel my cognitive abilities have diminished,” Feinstein told the Los Angeles Times in an interview published Thursday. The debate over Feinstein’s …

Dianne Feinstein to step down as top Democrat on Senate Judiciary Committee following Supreme Court hearing backlash
4 years, 1 month ago

Dianne Feinstein to step down as top Democrat on Senate Judiciary Committee following Supreme Court hearing backlash

The Independent  

Sign up for the daily Inside Washington email for exclusive US coverage and analysis sent to your inbox Get our free Inside Washington email Get our free Inside Washington email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Senator Dianne Feinstein of California has announced she will not …

After criticism, Feinstein to step down as top Judiciary Dem
4 years, 1 month ago

After criticism, Feinstein to step down as top Judiciary Dem

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — California Sen. Dianne Feinstein said Monday she will step down from her role as the top Democrat on the Senate Judiciary Committee, giving up the powerful spot after public criticism of her bipartisan outreach and her handling of Supreme Court Justice Amy Coney Barrett’s confirmation hearings. “It’s time for Sen. Feinstein to step down from her leadership position …

Dianne Feinstein Won't Seek Senate Judiciary Leadership After Backlash
4 years, 1 month ago

Dianne Feinstein Won't Seek Senate Judiciary Leadership After Backlash

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING Sen. Dianne Feinstein said Monday that she will not seek a leadership position in any of the chamber’s committees next year, including the coveted Senate Judiciary Committee where she currently serves as the ranking Democrat. I thought it was a very poor set of hearings.” Senate Judiciary Committee ranking member Sen. Dianne Feinstein speaks during an Oct. …

Feinstein won’t seek top Judiciary Committee spot following complaints from progressives
4 years, 1 month ago

Feinstein won’t seek top Judiciary Committee spot following complaints from progressives

LA Times  

Sen. Dianne Feinstein said Monday she will not pursue leadership of the high-profile Senate Judiciary Committee or any other committee next year, taking a dramatic step back following pressure from progressives who questioned her willingness to use tough, partisan politics to confirm Biden administration Supreme Court picks and other judicial nominations. “I also believe that defeating COVID-19, combating climate change …

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