Senate Democrats seek approval of nominees they say GOP is blocking . Republicans do n't deny holding up process , argue it 's allowed by Senate rules . Democrats say secret holds keep Obama administration from being able to effectively govern . Comment:
Senate Democrats seek approval of nominees they say GOP is blocking . Republicans do n't deny holding up process , argue it 's allowed by Senate rules . Democrats say secret holds keep Obama administration from being able to effectively govern . Republicans say Democrats use the same tactic .