Threat to Stop Judicial Filibusters Fizzling Out?

The Washington Times reports this morning that Majority Leader Bill Frist may not have the votes to change the Senate rule that allows a minority of 40 Senators to block judicial nominations via filibuster. While some Republicans remain undecided, a nose count suggests that there may only be 49 supporters for the “consitutional option.” Sad, if true.

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