Discussion on Reinstating Blue Slip Rule for Judicial Nominees

Senate Judiciary Chairman Dick Durbin signaled his willingness to discuss bringing back the blue slip rule for judicial nominees in response to a potential return of former President Trump. There is notable disagreement between Democratic and Republican senators over the history and impact of the blue slip rule.

Senate Impasse Over Credit Card Competition Act

Sen. Roger Marshall is reportedly holding up a must-pass spending bill for a vote on his and Sen. Dick Durbin's special interest credit card bill. Marshall is facing opposition from some Senate Republicans over his focus on the Credit Card Competition Act, which aims to inject more competition into payment processing. Critics argue that the bill would compromise payment processing security and kill credit card rewards programs.