In this case , the whole GOP conference is upset . NEW : Senate approves Nina Pillard 51-44 to serve on federal appeals court in Washington . The White House says the nomination is a "historic step forward for women and girls across our country. " The new rules imposed by majority Democrats aim to speed up confirmation . Overnight session forced by GOP is one way to express frustration and slow the process .
NEW : Senate approves Nina Pillard 51-44 to serve on federal appeals court in Washington . The White House says the nomination is a "historic step forward for women and girls across our country." The new rules imposed by majority Democrats aim to speed up confirmation . Overnight session forced by GOP is one way to express frustration and slow the process .