Democrats Walk Out Over Bove Nomination Dispute

Democrats on the Senate Judiciary Committee walked out in protest after Chairman Chuck Grassley advanced President Donald Trump’s nominee, Emil Bove, to a full Senate vote without extended debate or consideration of whistleblower allegations. The protest, led by Sen. Cory Booker, centered on claims that Bove advocated defiance of court orders regarding deportation flights and concerns over his close ties to Trump. Booker accused Grassley of violating committee rules and described the process as a 'kangaroo court.' Despite the Democratic boycott, all 12 Republican members voted to move Bove's nomination forward. More than 900 former Justice Department officials have urged the Senate to reject Bove, citing his controversial conduct. The episode underscores heightened partisan tensions over judicial appointments during the Trump administration.