The humble Senate blue slip becomes linchpin of Trump’s DNI crash out

Trump's nominee to replace Jay Clayton as a New York federal prosecutor has hit a roadblock due to procedural opposition, reigniting a presidential campaign against the Senate blue slip tradition. This tradition, which allows senators to block judicial appointments, is now at the center of a debate over government spy powers. The clash underscores the ongoing tension between the executive branch and Senate norms, highlighting potential implications for future judicial and intelligence oversight.