Senate Republicans confirm Trump's 51st federal appeals court judge

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Washington Times

Senate Republicans confirmed President Trump’s 51st federal circuit court nominee Tuesday, clearing Andrew Brasher for the 11th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals.

The vote was party-line, 52-43.

Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell also lined up four district court picks for consideration later this week.

“My motto for the year is ‘leave no vacancy behind,’” Mr. McConnell told conservative radio host Hugh Hewitt on Tuesday morning.

With the rules change implemented by Mr. McConnell’s majority for debate time on lower court judicial nominees, it’s likely all four of the district court picks will be confirmed by the end of next week.