Senator Dianne Feinstein appeared confused during a Senate Appropriations Committee hearing on Thursday. When asked to vote on a proposal, Feinstein began giving a lengthy speech instead of simply saying “aye” or “nay” as requested. The committee chair, Senator Patty Murray, had to repeatedly tell Feinstein “just say aye” and remind her that it was time for a vote, not speeches. After some delay, Feinstein finally cast her vote. A spokesperson said Feinstein was preoccupied and did not realize a vote had been called. The incident raises further concerns about Feinstein’s ability to serve at age 90, as she has made other recent mistakes and often relies on aides.

  • lightninhopkins@beehaw.org
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    The GOP is dying for the left to pick up the mantle of putting age limits on serving in congress and the courts. It will help galvanize their base of older folks to vote. Don’t fall for it.

    • sin_free_for_00_days@sopuli.xyz
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      The GOP is dying for the left to:

      • Protect women’s health
      • Do something about health care in general
      • Do something about gun violence
      • Protect the working class
      • Address any of the many systemic issues

      It will galvanize their base. Don’t fall for it.