Senate Democrats To Delay Vote On FBI Director Nominee

Committee chairman Sen. Dick Durbin, D-Ill., speaks during a hearing of the Senate Committee on the Judiciary on Capitol Hill, Tuesday, Dec. 10, 2024, in Washington. (AP Photo/Mark Schiefelbein)

Sen. Dick Durbin, the top Democrat on the Senate Judiciary Committee, announced on Thursday that Democrats on the panel intend to postpone the vote on Kash Patel's nomination to be FBI director by one week. This decision comes after concerns were raised regarding certain aspects of Patel's testimony.

Earlier this week, committee Democrats requested Chairman Chuck Grassley to arrange a second hearing to address these concerns. However, Grassley declined the request and indicated his intention to proceed with the vote on Patel's nomination 'as soon as next week.'

Concerns raised about aspects of Kash Patel's testimony.

Sen. Dick Durbin leads Democrats on Senate Judiciary Committee.

Democrats request second hearing, Chairman Grassley declines.

The Senate Judiciary Committee has an executive meeting scheduled for 10:15 a.m. ET to discuss the nominee. As per Senate rules, the minority party has the right to request a one-week delay in the proceedings.