The Senate is nearing completion before its August recess — Congress may focus more intensely on contentious issues like contempt votes and nominations.
A vote held Fauci in contempt of Congress — This could lead to legal challenges and further polarization between the executive branch and legislature.
Nomination for Acting Attorney General moved out of committee — It signals potential upcoming confirmation hearings, which might be delayed due to the recess.
It’s expected to be the final week before full-on August recess (fingers crossed). As the Senate raced to wrap up, a committee voted to hold Anthony Fauci in contempt of Congress.
