"Democratic Opposition Threatens Nomination of First Muslim American Appeals Court Judge"
Senator Jacky Rosen of Nevada has announced her opposition to Adeel Mangi's nomination as the first Muslim federal appeals court judge, citing concerns from law enforcement groups. Democratic Senators Catherine Cortez Masto and Joe Manchin also plan to vote against Mangi, potentially sinking his nomination in the closely-divided Senate. Mangi has faced opposition from law enforcement groups over his affiliation with a criminal justice reform group, while the White House contends he has been subjected to Islamophobic smears by Republican opponents. If confirmed, Mangi would restore a 7-7 split on the 3rd Circuit among active judges appointed by Democratic or Republican presidents.