That's my take, but I don't think it's what they'll continue to pull in an election year. I think this was pure "drama" for the fans, a one-act play so-to-speak, so they could appease their looney faction...because they've realized with DeWine and Graham's announcement that Alito will be confirmed.
This tunt is too extreme and the FOF (fly-over folks) won't stand for it long.
Truthfully, it is a response to the welcome reception being given Alito's nomination coupled with W's desire to have him confirmed this year...meaning in the next 20 days.
Ultimately, the Senate will get to keep its Holiday recess and that's about it