Kavanaugh Clears First of Two Senate Votes, Final Vote on Saturday

Petr Svab
Petr Svab
reporter
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Judge Brett Kavanaugh is just one step from being confirmed to the U.S. Supreme Court after the Senate Republicans pushed his confirmation through a tight 51-49 procedural vote on Oct. 5.

By voting to invoke cloture, the floor debate on the confirmation will have a time limit, preventing Democrats to filibuster the final vote expected on Saturday.

Petr Svab
Petr Svab
reporter
Petr Svab is a reporter covering New York. Previously, he covered national topics including politics, economy, education, and law enforcement.
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