is particularly unclear for two presidential nominees . Harry Reid ` ` cautiously optimistic '' Patricia Kennedy will be nominated for D.C. appeals court . Republicans may consider ` ` nuclear option '' if GOP senators block it . ` ` Nuclear option '' is a rules change that would bar filibuster for presidential appointees .
Confirmation particularly unclear for two presidential nominees . Harry Reid `` cautiously optimistic '' Patricia Millett will be approved for D.C. appeals court . Dems may consider `` nuclear option '' if GOP senators block nominations . `` Nuclear option '' is a rules change that would bar filibuster for presidential appointees .