The Senate Drama of a Supreme Court Filibuster

The Senate Drama of a Supreme Court Filibuster

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The transcript discusses the current state of the filibuster regarding Judge Gorsuch's nomination. It explains the modern use of the filibuster as a procedural tactic and the potential deployment of the 'nuclear option' by Republicans to bypass it. The discussion includes political commentary on the implications of these actions, with some Republicans, like John McCain, opposing the nuclear option. The transcript concludes with a note on the upcoming vote for Judge Gorsuch's Supreme Court nomination.

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What was Senator John McCain's opinion on the proposed changes to the filibuster?

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When is the expected vote on Judge Gorsuch scheduled to take place?

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