Franken emerges as liberal force in hearings

[TomCADem]

Glad that Al Franken is taking it to Trump's cabinet picks.

http://thehill.com/homenews/senate/315393-franken-emerges-as-liberal-force-in-hearings

Sen. Al Franken stole the spotlight at the confirmation hearings for President Trump’s Cabinet picks, giving a glimpse into how he plans to hold the new administration accountable.

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Franken used his time on the dais to grill Trump’s Cabinet-level picks at several hearings on topics ranging from healthcare to immigration. Some of his fiery exchanges produced memorable moments that captivated social media and grabbed national headlines.

The senator’s sharp questioning was first on display at the hearing for Sen. Jeff Sessions, Trump’s attorney general nominee, last Tuesday. Franken took the Alabama Republican to task over Trump’s claim that millions of people cast fraudulent votes for Hillary Clinton, and questioned whether Sessions had inflated the number of desegregation cases he prosecuted.

"Our country needs an attorney general who doesn't overstate his involvement," Franken said, agitating Sessions.

[monmouth4]

1. I see Senator Franken as a rising star..nt

[rurallib]

3. indeed. Franken is incredibly smart

[Sunny05]

2. K&R nt