The move was expected — senators routinely delay committee business for one week, which is allowed under the panel’s rules. The vote occurred as Democrats complained about the confirmation process and pressed for more documents from President Trump’s nominee. Under questioning last week, Kavanaugh clarified that while he may have attended meetings and hearing prep sessions, he wasn’t the primary White House official assigned to Pryor. Emails released last week, Democrats contend, bolster their argument that Kavanaugh should have at least known that the information had been taken without permission from Democrats. In his confirmation hearing last week, Kavanaugh would not commit to upholding the provision of the health-care law that protects coverage for consumers with preexisting conditions.

Source: Washington Post September 13, 2018 14:41 UTC