November 21, 2013
Senate confirms Cabinet picks by simple majority
Nuclear option lowered confirmation threshold to 51 votes
🏛️Government🏢Legislative Process
Senate confirmation requires a simple majority (51 votes)
The filibuster was eliminated for most nominations in 2013
Confirmation hearings allow for public debate over qualifications
🏛️Government🏢Legislative Process
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JD Vance
Vice President
What you can do
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