Next week: Supreme Court showdown in the Senate

Published April 2, 2017 4:01am ET



Democrats and Republicans in the Senate will face off next week over President Trump’s pick for the Supreme Court while the House pads its schedule with business-focused legislation as behind-the-scenes talks continue on reviving a healthcare reform bill and passing a government spending measure.

In the Senate, Republicans will be seeking the support of eight Democrats to help them to confirm Supreme Court nominee Neil Gorsuch, who under current rules will require 60 votes to avert a filibuster.

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