In the last week of work before Congress’s August recess, there will be a lot of finger-pointing concerning who is responsible for failing to get must-pass legislation approved, including a final highway bill, and legislation that would deal with the surge of unaccompanied minors crossing the U.S.-Mexico border.
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Blumenthal joins liberal revolt over Georgia judicial nominee
WASHINGTON — With tough questions about the Confederate battle emblem and abortion, Sen. Richard Blumenthal joined a growing group of liberals who are dismayed over President Obama’s nomination of Michael Boggs to a district court seat in Georgia.
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Senate panel approves Daly nomination to U.S. Attorney in CT
Deidre Daly, a Connecticut lawyer who has served as an assistant U.S. Attorney in the state, was cleared Thursday by the Senate Judiciary Committee, paving the way for a confirmation vote.
