Ending filibusters of some presidential nominations will ease congressional scrutiny . With more new legislation and faster filling of government vacancies . A full team and more legislation reflecting administration policies . Asked about Obama 's past stance compared with his support Thursday for Reid 's move , White House spokesman Josh Earnest cited increased obstruction of Obama nominees as the reason for needing to get the Senate working again . The following apply to present and future legislation .
Ending filibusters of some presidential nominations will ease congressional scrutiny . With more new legislation and faster filling of government vacancies . A full team and more legislation reflecting administration policies . The following apply to present and future legislation .