.@JoeBiden says he spoke to Justice Ginsburg’s daughter and granddaughter last night to express his entire family’s condolences. Also said he prayed for her at mass this morning
Biden: it was my great honor as chair of Senate Judiciary to preside over her confirmation. She did as much to advance constitutional rights of women as Justice Marshall did for African Americans.
Biden: @senatemajldr created a new rule, “the McConnell Rule” in 2016, and Republicans signed on. Singled out Graham’s “use my words against me” remark about an election year vacancy
Biden: “you cannot unring the bell.” After setting new standard, Republicans can’t reverse course when it serves their interest
Biden: To jam this nomination through now would be nothing but exercising raw power, and I don’t think the American people will stand for it.
Biden: We need to deescalate, not escalate. Speaks directly to the few Republicans who will decide whether a nomination can move forward or not.
Biden now laying out why it’s wrong to put forward a list of potential choices, as Trump did. In June, when asked if he would put forward a list, Biden joked that he generally doesn’t like to follow Trump’s example. Now, he says he’d consult with senators before he makes a choice
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