The administration is seeking senatorial support for a nominee.
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Updated Aug 18
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What happened
The administration is seeking senatorial support for a nominee.
Who's involved
What this event is mainly aboutHow it developed
Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.Trump administration uses White House spokesperson to pressure Senate on voting reform, with law school input.1 source
Administration seeks Senate support for a nominee.1 source
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Donald Trump
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type of legislative body, often the upper house or chamber of a bicameral legislature
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