Sen. Moody Votes to Confirm Judge Schwartz to Second Circuit

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On July 14, the Senate confirmed Matthew A. Schwartz of New York to be a U.S. Circuit Judge for the Second Circuit, one of the nation's most influential courts. The Senate approved Schwartz's nomination 50 to 45, with all 50 Republicans voting yes and 43 Democrats voting no. The two Independent senators also opposed the nomination. Four senators (two Democrats and two Republicans) did not vote. Darline Graham, who filled her late brother's seat, was sworn in as a Republican senator for South Carolina the same day as the vote.

Florida's Sen. Ashley Moody sided with her party and the Republican caucus, which overwhelmingly supported the nomination. Schwartz will assume his seat on the Second Circuit bench now that his confirmation is complete.

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