cross-posted from: slrpnk.net/post/27386576
Senate Republicans used what is known as the nuclear option to break a Democratic blockade of President Trump’s nominees, weakening Congress’s vetting role.
Breaking Precedent, G.O.P. Changes Rules on Nominees
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archonet@lemy.lol 5 days ago
It’s a “nuclear option” only to those who are not in power.
Right now, Republicans are doing everything in their power to stay in power as long as possible, to the detriment of democratic society.
See the problem?