[nyconse]

No, they don't need 60 votes. There is a procedural way to get this through. The dems will be deemed out of order, a simple majority vote will be taken and it's over. Dashcle is hoping Republicans will cross over and stop this. it's his only hope. God pity the Republican that joins the Dems in continuing to block judicial nominees. I bet there is a vacancy on the Supreme Court coming.

[churchillbuff]

God pity the Republican that joins the Dems in continuing to block judicial nominees.

I hope McCain stays on the reservation on this one. And Chaffee, Snowe and Collins? These are not reliable GOP votes when Daschle turns up the heat.

[rwfromkansas]

It is looking to me that there is less and less chance of a retirement.

Speculation about retirements has dropped dramatically.

As for this procedural move, is it easy enough that the GOP has the guts to do it?

[Vinnie]

Dashcle is hoping Republicans will cross over and stop this. it's his only hope.

Guess it's time for Daschle to drag out those FBI files Hillary had copied for him.
I'll bet there are some cross over votes. The result of Hillary's criminal activity.

[RinaseaofDs]

This is what Congressman Billybob said once. A point of order is made to the President of the Senate, a vote is taken, the rule is amended.

I'm not even sure this vote was needed, and if not, it may be the warning shot.