Nevertheless, some Senate Republicans have said Mr. Roberts is being unreasonable and should allow Mr. Fanning’s nomination to move forward. Mr. Fanning has stood out because there are few questions about his qualifications, but he is being held up by just one senator. Advertisement Continue reading the main storyMr. Fanning’s nomination is being closely watched by many in the gay community. Mr. McCain said it was unfair to hold up Mr. Fanning’s nomination, because he would have no role in what happened to the detainees, but Mr. Roberts refused to back down. “The point has been made, and we’re now getting pretty late in the administration,” Mr. Harrison said.

Source: New York Times May 10, 2016 19:42 UTC