(PatriotNews.net) – Senate Democrats abandoned the confirmation of Adeel Mangi to the U.S. Third Circuit Court of Appeals, amid contentious accusations and a high-stakes political deal.
At a Glance
- Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer withdrew support for Adeel Mangi amid Democratic opposition.
- A deal was struck to confirm other nominees, trading Mangi’s nomination with three others.
- Mangi faced opposition due to affiliations with controversial groups.
- The decision allowed upcoming appointments by the President-elect.
Withdrawal Amid Contentious Political Maneuvering
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer dropped support for Adeel Mangi’s nomination following internal opposition from Senate Democrats. In a political compromise, Schumer negotiated with Republicans to exchange Mangi and three other appellate nominees for confirming over a dozen district court nominees.
This strategy ultimately opened the pathway for President-elect Donald Trump to fill these appellate court positions. Among those sacrificed alongside Mangi were Ryan Park, Karla Campbell, and Julia Lipez, emphasizing the depth of this tactical quid pro quo.
It’s long past time for the Biden Administration to withdraw the nomination of Adeel Mangi. Law enforcement officers across the country have been sounding the alarm on Mr. Mangi’s radical affiliations. I’m glad that members of nation’s largest police union have decided to back…
— Leader McConnell (@LeaderMcConnell) March 28, 2024
Controversial Ties and Opposition
Accusations against Mangi focused on his involvement with groups deemed anti-police and antisemitic. His position at the Rutgers Center for Security, Race, and Rights and his connection with the Alliance of Families for Justice, which defends those convicted of killing law enforcement officers, raised serious red flags. Criticism from law enforcement and some senators effectively sealed his fate.
“Mr. Mangi’s affiliation with the Alliance of Families for Justice is deeply concerning. My concern is with respect to the organization that supports individuals who kill police officers.” – Sen. Catherine Cortez Masto
Additionally, the Pennsylvania Fraternal Order of Police and other organizations criticized Mangi, propelling further resistance within the Senate. The White House and Schumer’s office refrained from commenting on the matter.
President Biden’s 3rd Circuit nominee, Adeel Mangi is tied to
1. An anti-law enforcement organization, @afjny
2. An anti-Israel think tank, @RUCSRR
3. At least two people who led groups linked to Hamas-tied organizations
President Biden should withdraw this nomination. https://t.co/Ub9erGqrQ5— Senate Judiciary Republicans (@SenJudiciaryGOP) May 1, 2024
Democrat and Republican Consensus
The bipartisan agreement highlighted the contentious nature of judicial nominations under ideological scrutiny. Despite attempts to underscore his potential historic role as the first Muslim federal appellate judge, Mangi’s associations were deemed too controversial. As such, uncomfortable questions linger about the intersection of identity and ideology in federal nominations.
“Democrats have finally acknowledged the reality that Senator Graham has been talking about for months. Adeel Mangi is simply too radical to be confirmed to a lifetime seat on the bench.” – Emily Flower, spokeswoman for Senate Judiciary Committee Republicans.
The withdrawal underscores a dramatic clash of values and reflects the intricate web of identity politics and legal qualifications in the court system’s future composition.
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