Summary
The Senate met to discuss judicial appointments as the government shutdown continued for the 29th day. A judge in San Francisco blocked the Trump administration from firing federal workers during the shutdown. The decision prevents job cuts while a lawsuit about these firings is ongoing.
Key Facts
- The government shutdown has lasted for 29 days.
- The Senate is considering judicial nominations during this time.
- U.S. District Judge Susan Illston stopped the Trump administration from laying off federal workers while a lawsuit is underway.
- The judge had previously issued a temporary order that was about to expire.
- The blocked firings affect jobs in areas like education and health.
- The government wanted such employment issues decided in another legal setting.
- The judge who made the ruling was appointed by President Bill Clinton.
