Senator Grassley discusses the blue slip tradition in the U.S. Senate and its importance in the nomination process.
Quiver AI Summary
In a recent Q&A session, U.S. Senator Chuck Grassley discussed the "blue slip" tradition in the Senate, which involves a paper form used by the Senate Judiciary Committee to allow home-state senators to express approval or disapproval of presidential nominees within their states. He emphasized its role in fostering consultation between the President and senators regarding federal appointments.
Grassley defended the blue slip process, stating that eliminating it would undermine the Senate's authority and the principle of checks and balances. He noted, "The blue slip is a mechanism to implement the Senate’s constitutional obligation to offer Advice and Consent," effectively ensuring that home-state senators have a voice in key judicial and prosecutorial appointments.
He further cautioned against changes in Senate rules that could weaken this tradition, recalling historical shifts in Senate practice that have led to heightened partisanship. According to Grassley, the blue slip is essential for maintaining representation and accountability in federal appointments, reinforcing the balance of power among the branches of government.
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Chuck Grassley Net Worth
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Chuck Grassley Bill Proposals
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- S.2677: A bill to expand the sharing of information with respect to suspected violations of intellectual property rights in trade.
- S.2649: Psychiatric Hospital Inspection Transparency Act of 2025
- S.2527: FBI Whistleblower Protection Enhancement Act of 2025
- S.2450: Biochar Research Network Act of 2025
- S.2289: Healthy Moms and Babies Act
- S.2248: Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention Reauthorization Act of 2025
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Chuck Grassley Fundraising
Chuck Grassley recently disclosed $39.0K of fundraising in a Q2 FEC disclosure filed on July 15th, 2025. This was the 745th most from all Q2 reports we have seen this year. 76.9% came from individual donors.
Grassley disclosed $44.3K of spending. This was the 700th most from all Q2 reports we have seen from politicians so far this year.
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