Confirming dozens of Trump’s executive and judicial nominees is arguably the top priority of the lame-duck session.
When asked about the Republicans post-election agenda, Senate Majority Whip, John Cornyn (R-Texas), quipped: “Nominations, more nominations.”
Senate Republicans have confirmed Trump’s judicial picks at a record pace and have the opportunity to continue doing so through the end of the year – ironically thanks to Democrats, who nixed filibustering for most court nominations in 2013.