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Senate Judiciary Committee Hearings

Senate Judiciary Committee Hearings are formal meetings where members of the Senate examine and evaluate judicial nominees, proposed laws, or legal issues. During these hearings, witnesses, experts, and the nominees themselves testify and answer questions. The purpose is to gather information, assess qualifications, and consider the potential impact of nominees or legislation before the full Senate makes a decision. These hearings promote transparency and thorough review in the confirmation and legislative process.