“Because Senator Feinstein was absent, the Senate overturned a Biden rule that would cut pollution from heavy duty trucks and causes harm to people’s lungs,” said Rep. Ro Khanna, D-Calif. “We are putting decorum over democracy and our values.”
Sen. Feinstein in the U.S. Capitol subway on Feb. 15. on Sunday that he hasn’t spoken with Feinstein in several weeks but that Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer had.
“I want her to come back, too, but her future is in her own hands and her family’s consultations,” Durbin said, noting that he didn’t have regrets about keeping her on the committee despite known issues with her health coming into the year. Feinstein has announced that she won’t be running for reelection in 2024, with Reps. Barbara Lee, Katie Porter and Adam Schiff all vying for the open seat. If she were to retire, California Gov. Gavin Newsom, a Democrat, would be able to appoint her replacement. While that could give an edge in the 2024 race, Newsom could appoint a caretaker interim who wouldn’t run for reelection, allowing an open contest for the seat.from Khanna and Rep. Dean Phillips, D-Minn.
“When I was first diagnosed with shingles, I expected to return by the end of the March work period. Unfortunately, my return to Washington has been delayed due to continued complications related to my diagnosis,” said the statement. “I intend to return as soon as possible once my medical team advises that it’s safe for me to travel. In the meantime, I remain committed to the job and will continue to work from home in San Francisco.
“Feinstein sometimes gets confused by reporters’ questions, or will offer different answers to the same question depending on where or when she’s asked,” read the story, adding, “Feinstein relies heavily on her ever-present staff to deal with any issues, frequently turning to them for help in responding to inquiries.”on concerns over her ability to serve.
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