[kevkrom]

I’m not sure at all how Holder resigning relates to how the electorate will vote in November.

I think the thinking here is that Obama wants to get Holder's replacement conformed before the GOP takes over the Senate and spare Holder from having both a GOP Senate and House demanding answers, instead of the Senate covering for him.

[Vigilanteman]

I think the thinking here is that Obama wants to get Holder's replacement conformed before the GOP takes over the Senate . . .

That works for me as well. A bruising confirmation battle in a lameduck session means less time for other mischief such as amnesty.