The official Senate history says minutes later, perhaps even before the messenger returned to the President's office, Senators approved Hamilton unanimously. That has been the standard for more than two centuries. Senate Democrats have now, under Chuck Schumer, trashed this tradition of the United States Senate. Confirming even the most routine nominees is now a long and bitter fight. From Hamilton's confirmation in 1789 to Schumer's unprecedented obstinate obstruction going on today, the Senate has gone from speed to stalemate. (01:18–01:27)
CLAIM
Asserts that Senate Democrats, led by Chuck Schumer, have disrupted Senate traditions.
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