GOP Strategizes to Halt Biden's Judicial Confirmations Amid Trump Pressure

Incoming Senate GOP leader John Thune is facing his first major challenge against Democratic leader Chuck Schumer over the confirmation of President Biden's judicial nominees. Schumer is pushing to confirm as many judges as possible before the end of the year, aiming to surpass the record set by Mitch McConnell during the Trump administration. Thune has proposed a strategy to delay these confirmations, pleasing some conservatives. The conflict has led to extended Senate sessions and internal GOP tensions, with some Republicans missing key votes. Schumer has confirmed 217 judges so far, 18 short of McConnell's record.