WASHINGTON — Three Republicans who have rarely supported filibusters of judicial nominees said today they will vote to filibuster appellate nominee Goodwin Liu, a bad omen for Liu a day before a crucial Senate vote.
Republican Sens. Lindsey Graham, Johnny Isakson and John McCain said they plan to vote against ending debate on Liu’s nomination. The vote is scheduled for 2 p.m. on Thursday, and Liu needs 60 votes to advance to a final confirmation vote. A judicial nominee of President Obama has never been successfully filibustered, but Liu may be the first.
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