Senate Advances Kavanaugh Supreme Court Nomination

The transcript discusses the upcoming final vote on Judge Kavanaugh's confirmation, highlighting key senators' positions and the political dynamics involved. Senator Joe Manchin, a centrist Democrat, voted to advance the nomination, causing surprise. Republican Senators Lisa Murkowski, Susan Collins, and Jeff Flake are pivotal, with Murkowski opposing the debate. The outcome remains uncertain, with attention on Collins and Flake's final decisions.

How did Senator Lisa Murkowski's vote impact the Republican strategy regarding Judge Kavanaugh's confirmation?

What role did Senator Susan Collins play in the final vote for Judge Kavanaugh?

Discuss the implications of the one-week extension for the FBI review in the context of the nomination process.

What was the outcome of the procedural hurdles faced by Judge Kavanaugh before the final vote?

What was the significance of Senator Joe Manchin's vote in the context of Judge Kavanaugh's nomination?