Feinstein Seeks Replacement On Judiciary Committee

April 13, 2023 Democrats, Politics

The Associated Press reports:

Recuperating U.S. Sen. Dianne Feinstein of California asked Wednesday to be temporarily replaced on the Judiciary Committee, shortly after two House Democrats called on her to resign after her extended absence from Washington.

In a statement, the long-serving Democratic senator said her recovery from a case of shingles she disclosed in early March had been delayed because of complications. She provided no date for her return to the Senate and said she had asked Majority Leader Chuck Schumer to ask the Senate to allow another Democratic senator to serve in her committee seat until she was able to return.

“I intend to return as soon as possible once my medical team advises that it’s safe for me to travel,” Feinstein said. “In the meantime, I remain committed to the job and will continue to work from home in San Francisco.”

Forbes reports:



A temporary replacement for Feinstein in the Judiciary Committee will require unanimous consent from all members of the Senate. A similar process takes place at the start of every new session of Congress and committee appointments are usually cleared by unanimous support.

If any Senator refuses to provide consent, the measure could be put to a vote and would require a filibuster-proof majority of 60 votes.

If it comes to a vote, it is unclear whether it will garner enough support from Republicans, as a temporary replacement for Feinstein will make it easier for the Democrats to confirm judicial nominees.

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