Senate confirms AG Merrick Garland by 70-30 vote. McConnell voted aye.
Here is the video of the final vote. No applause or jubilation?
The Senate also confirmed Marcia Fudge, the first Black woman in more than 40 years to lead the Department of Housing and Urban Development.
Reactions -
Thank You Sen. Schumer for your tenacity and your skillfulness.
Thank you Senator Klobuchar.
Insurrectionists beware -
It is time to clean up our system.
After all the drama and delays, we have a new Sheriff in town, one with dignity, gravitas, independence and firmness.
All in all, it’s a great day and a great beginning of Spring. The COVID relief bill passed the House. Garland and Fudge cleared the Senate. Vaccinations are averaging 2+ million per day. Biden announced that the U.S. will secure 100 million additional J&J vaccine doses. The Sun it shining brightly. What else are you celebrating today?
