Grassley Criticizes Trump's Pressure on Judges and U.S. Attorneys

Senate Judiciary Chair Chuck Grassley expressed offense at President Trump's public pressure to end the blue slip policy for judicial nominations, highlighting ongoing partisan debates over judicial appointment processes amid broader political tensions. Trump has been urging Grassley to change the policy, which allows home state senators to object to judicial nominees, but Grassley and other Senate leaders have shown resistance, emphasizing the importance of bipartisan support and established procedures.