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By AndrewHyman Posted in Senate Rules — Comments () / Email this page » / Leave a comment »

CNN reports that the nuclear/Byrd/constitutional option will be used in the future sometime, maybe, perhaps:

Reid told TIME Frist didn't give details, but said he would postpone a G.O.P. move to eliminate judicial filibusters until mid-May at the earliest while he works on a deal.
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"The sooner the better," says a G.O.P. aide. In case Frist, who insiders say has his eye on the White House, didn't get the message, the aide added, "If he's serious about running for President, then this is a crucial issue."

As the previously filibustered nominees are reported out of committee, the pressure will build for up-or-down votes.