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Feinstein asks to be temporarily replaced on Judiciary Committee amid calls to resign

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The move could help Senate Democrats advance more federal judges for confirmation. Feinstein, the oldest member of Congress, hasn't cast a vote since Feb. 16.

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  1. Feinstein asks to be 'temporarily' replaced on Judiciary amid some party pressure to resign from the Senate

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    Feinstein asks to be temporarily replaced on Judiciary Committee amid calls to resign

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  1. CNN

    Feinstein asks to be 'temporarily' replaced on Judiciary amid some party pressure to resign from the Senate (opens CNN)

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    CNN's feed description

    Sen. Dianne Feinstein said Wednesday night that she had asked to be "temporarily" replaced on the Senate Judiciary Committee while she is recovering from shingles, but the California Democrat remained committed to returning to the Senate amid some pressure from her party to step down.

  2. Washington Post

    Dianne Feinstein to give up Judiciary Committee seat amid calls for her resignation (opens Washington Post)

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    Washington Post's feed description

    Khanna says that fellow California Democrat Feinstein, who’s been out of the Senate for nearly two months because of a health issue, is no longer fit to serve.

  3. Talking Points Memo

    Schumer Quickly Promises Action On Feinstein’s Request To Temporarily Step Down From Judiciary Committee (opens Talking Points Memo)

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    Talking Points Memo's feed description

    After two Democratic congressmen called for her resignation Wednesday, Sen. Dianne Feinstein (D-CA) said that she’d asked to be temporarily replaced on the Senate Judiciary Committee.

  4. ABC 11 Raleigh

    Sen. Feinstein asks for temporary Judiciary Committee replacement amid calls for her resignation (opens ABC 11 Raleigh)

    Published

    ABC 11 Raleigh's feed description

    A small but growing number of Democrats are calling for Sen. Feinstein to resign from the Senate arguing her absence is stalling the confirmation of President Biden's judicial nominees.

  5. Delaware Public Media

    Feinstein asks to be temporarily replaced on Judiciary Committee amid calls to resign (opens Delaware Public Media)

    Published

    Delaware Public Media's feed description

    The move could help Senate Democrats advance more federal judges for confirmation. Feinstein, the oldest member of Congress, hasn't cast a vote since Feb. 16.

  6. FOX 35 Orlando

    After calls to resign, Dianne Feinstein seeks Judiciary replacement (opens FOX 35 Orlando)

    Published

    FOX 35 Orlando's feed description

    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.

  7. Herald Bulletin

    After calls to resign, Feinstein seeks Judiciary replacement (opens Herald Bulletin)

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    Herald Bulletin's feed description

    U.S. Sen. Dianne Feinstein of California is asking to be temporarily replaced on the Judiciary Committee while she recovers from a case of shingles. Her announcement Wednesday came after two

  8. Anchorage Daily News

    After calls to resign, Sen. Feinstein seeks replacement on Judiciary Committee (opens Anchorage Daily News)

    Published

    Anchorage Daily News's feed description

    The long-serving California Democrat says complications have delayed her recovery from a case of shingles and she has provided no date for her return to Washington.

  9. Legal Insurrection

    After Increasing Calls to Resign, Feinstein Seeking Temporary Judiciary Committee Replacement (opens Legal Insurrection)

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    Legal Insurrection's feed description

    “I intend to return as soon as possible once my medical team advises that it’s safe for me to travel.”

  10. The Daily Caller

    Dianne Feinstein Asks To Step Down From Key Senate Committee (opens The Daily Caller)

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    The Daily Caller's feed description

    Democratic California Sen. Dianne Feinstein asked Majority Leader Chuck Schumer to step down from the Senate Judiciary Committee after being absent since February.

  11. Insider

    Sen. Feinstein requested to temporarily have someone replace her on the Judiciary Committee amid health concerns, but Republicans could prevent that from happening (opens Insider)

    Published

    Insider's feed description

    Without her in Washington, DC, Democrats have been unable to confirm as many Biden judges as preferred.

  12. Talking Points Memo

    U.S. Congressman Calls For Absent Feinstein To Step Down (opens Talking Points Memo)

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    Talking Points Memo's feed description

    After months of tense silence and off-the-record quotes, a sitting congressman is publicly calling for Sen. Dianne Feinstein (D-CA) to step down. “It’s time for @SenFeinstein to resign,” Rep.

  13. ABC 7 Los Angeles

    Sen. Feinstein asks for temporary Judiciary Committee replacement amid calls to resign (opens ABC 7 Los Angeles)

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    ABC 7 Los Angeles's feed description

    Sen. Dianne Feinstein asked to be temporarily replaced on the Judiciary Committee after California Democrat Rep. Ro Khanna called for her to step aside, saying she's no longer fit to serve.

  14. Washington Examiner

    Feinstein asks for temporary replacement on Judiciary Committee (opens Washington Examiner)

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    Washington Examiner's feed description

    Sen. Dianne Feinstein (D-CA) asked Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) for a temporary replacement for her position on the Senate Judiciary Committee.

  15. New York Times

    Feinstein, Under Pressure to Resign, Asks to Step Down From Judiciary Panel (opens New York Times)

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    New York Times's feed description

    The 89-year-old California Democrat, who has been absent from the Senate for more than a month after being diagnosed with shingles, said she would seek a temporary replacement on the powerful committee.

  16. Philadelphia Inquirer

    After calls for her to resign, Sen. Dianne Feinstein seeks a replacement on the Judiciary Committee (opens Philadelphia Inquirer)

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    Philadelphia Inquirer's feed description

    Feinstein, who is recovering from a case of shingles she disclosed in early March, provided no date for her return to the Senate.

  17. The Boston Globe

    After calls to resign, Feinstein seeks Judiciary Committee replacement (opens The Boston Globe)

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    The Boston Globe's feed description

    Two House Democrats called on US Sen. Dianne Feinstein to resign Wednesday after her extended absence from Washington, saying she was no longer able to properly do her job.

  18. Deseret News

    Amid calls to resign from Democrats, Feinstein seeks Judiciary Committee replacement (opens Deseret News)

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    Deseret News's feed description

    Feinstein has been recovering from complications from a case of shingles and has missed 60 votes since being absent.

  19. Newsweek

    Dianne Feinstein's replacement plan has one major problem (opens Newsweek)

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    Newsweek's feed description

    The California Senator has asked to be temporarily replaced on the Judiciary Committee as her own party wants her to leave office for missing key votes.

  20. Portland Press Herald

    Sen. Dianne Feinstein to give up Judiciary Committee seat amid calls for her resignation (opens Portland Press Herald)

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    Portland Press Herald's feed description

    Rep. Ro Khanna says that fellow California Democrat Feinstein, who has been out of the Senate for nearly 2 months because of a health issue, is no longer fit to serve.

  21. The Week

  22. Washington Examiner

    Replacing Feinstein temporarily on Senate Judiciary Committee may be uphill climb for Democrats (opens Washington Examiner)

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    Washington Examiner's feed description

    When the Senate comes back into session next week, Democrats will try to replace Sen. Dianne Feinstein (D-CA) on the Judiciary Committee temporarily since she has been away recovering from shingles. But swapping out the 89-year-old Democratic senator for another is easier said than done.

  23. Roll Call

    Feinstein to temporarily step down from Judiciary Committee after calls to resign (opens Roll Call)

    Published

    Roll Call's feed description

    Facing calls to resign, California Democratic Sen. Dianne Feinstein said she plans to temporarily step aside from the Judiciary Committee.

  24. Anchorage Daily News

    Sen. Dianne Feinstein to give up Judiciary Committee seat due to health issues amid calls for her resignation (opens Anchorage Daily News)

    Published

    Anchorage Daily News's feed description

    Rep. Ro Khanna says fellow California Democrat Feinstein, who has been out of the Senate for nearly two months, is no longer fit to serve.

  25. Forbes

    Democrats Will Seek A ‘Temporary’ Replacement For Feinstein In Senate Judiciary Committee (opens Forbes)

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    Forbes's feed description

    Faced with calls to resign due to her prolonged absence, Feinstein said she has asked Majority Leader Chuck Schumer to allow another Democrat to temporarily serve in her place.

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