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Senator Patrick Leahy

Senator Patrick Leahy talked about Senate confirmation hearings on Elena Kagan, nominated by President Obama to fill the opening on the Supr… read more

Senator Patrick Leahy talked about Senate confirmation hearings on Elena Kagan, nominated by President Obama to fill the opening on the Supreme Court that would be left by the retirement of Justice John Paul Stevens. Hearings are to begin June 28, 2010. Topics included the scheduling of the hearing, how he prepares for a confirmation hearing, controversy over Elena Kagan’s brief effort to keep military recruiters out of the Harvard Law School when she was dean, and what cases Ms. Kagan might be questioned about. Following the interview, the journalists discussed his answers with the host. close

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Newsmakers with Senator Patrick Leahy

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Program ID:
294105-1
Category:
Interview
Format:
Roundtable
Location:
Washington, District of Columbia, United States
First Aired:
Jun 20, 2010 | 10:02am EDT | C-SPAN 1
Last Aired:
Jun 20, 2010 | 5:58pm EDT | C-SPAN 1

Airing Details

  • Jun 20, 2010 | 10:02am EDT | C-SPAN 1
  • Jun 20, 2010 | 5:58pm EDT | C-SPAN 1
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