Senate Confirms Trump Lawyer Emil Bove to Appeals Court Amid Partisan Clash
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The Senate confirmed Emil Bove, a controversial Trump-era attorney known for dismissing Jan. 6 prosecutors and making inflammatory remarks, to a judgeship on the U.S. Court of Appeals, despite widespread opposition from legal experts and Democrats. The confirmation process was marred by partisan politics, with Democrats unable to secure a more suitable nominee due to Republican and Democratic defections, highlighting ongoing partisan struggles over judicial appointments.
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