Senator Orrin Hatch : Sotomayor confirmation likely if ` ` disqualifying matters '' do n't appear . Sotomayor could meet with some of Mr . Hatch , other Republicans want to wait until November for vote . A September vote would crunch Sotomayor 's preparation time for setting up her office before the high court 's next term begins . Sen. Pat Roberts is first Republican to say publicly he do n't vote for nominee .
Senator Orrin Hatch : Sotomayor confirmation likely if ` ` disqualifying matters '' do n't appear . Sotomayor could meet with some of Mr . Hatch , other Republicans want to wait until November for vote . Sen. Pat Roberts is first Republican to say publicly he do n't vote for nominee .