Graham says he won't advance Trump
nominee for SDNY prosecutor without
Schumer, Gillibrand consent
Fox News,
by
Marisa Schultz
Original Article
Posted By: Imright,
6/20/2020 2:47:46 PM
Sen. Lindsey Graham said Saturday he will not take up President Trump's nomination for a new U.S. attorney for Manhattan unless New York's Democratic senators sign off.
Graham, a Republican from South Carolina who chairs the Senate Judiciary Committee, said he will honor the "blue slip" tradition and require the consent of home state senators to proceed -- in this case, Chuck Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand. Graham's statement signals an uphill climb for Trump to get a new Senate-confirmed federal prosecutor in one of the nation’s most high-profile districts. It comes hours after Attorney General Bill Barr made a Friday night announcement
Reply 1 - Posted by:
spacer 6/20/2020 2:54:04 PM (No. 451108)
That in a nut shell is exactly what Tucker was talking about last night.
55 people like this.
Reply 2 - Posted by:
BarryNo 6/20/2020 2:54:32 PM (No. 451110)
Just recall him.
If you don't want your children to live and die in Venezuela del Norte, lets start cleaning house. Enough of this pandering.
45 people like this.
Reply 3 - Posted by:
Bur Oak 6/20/2020 2:54:52 PM (No. 451112)
Graham never fails to disappoint. After a politician has been in Washington over about 6 years they become part of the problem, not part of the solution.
71 people like this.
Reply 4 - Posted by:
mc squared 6/20/2020 2:59:23 PM (No. 451116)
Most of us weren't fooled. Lady Graham is a leftist.
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Reply 5 - Posted by:
DVC 6/20/2020 3:00:39 PM (No. 451117)
This is why you never, ever trust guys like Graham, they stab you in the back when you need them.
Graham is on my - never trust him again list.
54 people like this.
Reply 6 - Posted by:
Chuzzles 6/20/2020 3:01:03 PM (No. 451118)
Seems to me that it is coming real close to having to make a choice. It is a very simple one really. For or Against? Three little words with so much meaning attached. I am truly ashamed of his district, letting this coup agitator stay in congress.
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Reply 7 - Posted by:
stablemoney 6/20/2020 3:06:20 PM (No. 451123)
Trump needs to nominate someone that does not live in NY, and from a Trump friendly state. That will get around the blue slip thing. Barr needs to call HR and have them turn off Berman's access badges, box up Berman's things, and set them on the curb for Berman to pick up. That's the way the rest of us live, so DC needs to live it.
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Reply 8 - Posted by:
anniebc 6/20/2020 3:11:31 PM (No. 451124)
I've been telling ya'll for years on this site not to EVER trust Lindsay Graham. He's right occasionally, but he's wrong consistently. Next time, think twice about giving him credit when he does something right. Know that some things like this will quickly follow, and his next right move will be far down the road. I don't know why we can't get rid of him here in SC.
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Reply 9 - Posted by:
LC Chihuahua 6/20/2020 3:12:55 PM (No. 451129)
Graham showed his true colors when he blessed Obama's Syria adventure (along with McCain). The guy is a fraud. Never forget the real backstabbers in Washington are Republicans. They profess to offer an alternative to the Democrats, but when push comes to shove, side with them.
41 people like this.
Reply 10 - Posted by:
judy 6/20/2020 3:34:30 PM (No. 451151)
Graham is a fake
republican!!!?!
22 people like this.
Reply 11 - Posted by:
Ribicon 6/20/2020 3:38:40 PM (No. 451155)
The Donald should compel the alphabet boys to open the files on people like Miss Lindsey and John Roberts so we can get an idea of who calls the tune when they pirouette. Call it a Pride Month gesture of goodwill.
20 people like this.
Reply 12 - Posted by:
Daisymay 6/20/2020 3:53:55 PM (No. 451162)
I think #7 is on to something. If this is an option, do it! Nominate a real street fighter! This is exactly what the Democrats would do! #12 is also right in calling for a Deep Dive to find out who is calling the Shots. The fact that Graham feels comfortable to spit in the face of Bill Barr says somebody has pictures that Lindsey doesn't want to get out!
26 people like this.
Reply 13 - Posted by:
mathman 6/20/2020 4:00:37 PM (No. 451166)
That will never happen. Chucke Shmuckie is a founder of Never Trump.
10 people like this.
Reply 14 - Posted by:
hotcorner 6/20/2020 4:08:37 PM (No. 451177)
Graham is all talk. Never stands up and actually does something for America! He is a disciple of McCain and Ryan.
23 people like this.
Reply 15 - Posted by:
TXknitter 6/20/2020 4:11:48 PM (No. 451180)
It is clear what a backstabbing worm McCain, Jr. is but its very depressing to know idiot SC voters will probably keep in the traitor. The GOPe has trained the party faithful well.
19 people like this.
Reply 16 - Posted by:
Ida Lou Pino 6/20/2020 4:13:29 PM (No. 451182)
No sweat, Lady Lindsey and Sen. Upchuck.
Trump's interim US Attorney suits me just fine. Let him run the shop - - indefinitely.
20 people like this.
Reply 17 - Posted by:
RuckusTom 6/20/2020 4:32:17 PM (No. 451211)
Reach across that aisle, Lindsey. Be sure to pet the head of the dog you feed after he bites you.
13 people like this.
Reply 18 - Posted by:
udanja99 6/20/2020 4:42:00 PM (No. 451221)
Glad that I voted against him in the primary. He won, of course, but not with my support. I voted for Duke Buckner who is a real conservative and is, OBTW, black.
22 people like this.
Reply 19 - Posted by:
doctorfixit 6/20/2020 4:50:31 PM (No. 451227)
Leave it vacant.
9 people like this.
Reply 20 - Posted by:
Proud Texan 6/20/2020 5:10:11 PM (No. 451252)
President Trump just played Graham for the fool he is. I just saw on Breibart that our President Trump just fired Berman. Since Graham has teamed up with Shoomer to not look at confirming a replacement, Trump can have his choice of people hold the job without their okay.
14 people like this.
Reply 21 - Posted by:
JimBob 6/20/2020 5:20:57 PM (No. 451265)
I suggest that President Trump 'Grenell' Graham and the democ'RATS.
Appoint Ric Grenell as 'acting' to the position.
He'll upset the apple cart, reveal so much dirty laundry and the 'Rats will be so eager to get rid of him that they WILL approve the person President Trump nominates as the permanent US Attorney.
9 people like this.
Reply 22 - Posted by:
Moritz55 6/20/2020 5:42:59 PM (No. 451288)
Wait and see what happens next.
5 people like this.
Reply 23 - Posted by:
DVC 6/20/2020 7:26:12 PM (No. 451386)
I really am getting totally sick of that RINO faker Graham. Pretends to be on Trump's side some of the time, then when it comes to actually doing something to support him....backstabbing time.
9 people like this.
Reply 24 - Posted by:
MickTurn 6/20/2020 10:24:35 PM (No. 451458)
McPain Jr.
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I have come to the conclusion that Lindsey is bipolar. He was BFF's with McPain, went back to being semi-normal, now the pendulum has swung again. Can we check his bank account?
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Reply 26 - Posted by:
Tenncon231 6/21/2020 9:37:08 AM (No. 451707)
The ghost of John McCain keeps resurfacing in Ms Lindsey! I keep thinking he’s out of johnny’s influence but “he grabs me and pulls me back”
Attempt at line from “Goodfellows”
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