There could be a danger to Cruz’ candidacy if McConnell reverses himself on scheduling hearings. Sen. Cruz may have to chose between his campaign on one hand and Senate judiciary hearings, or even a fillibuster, on the other.
Any such hearings would give Cruz a tremendous opportunity to gain votes for his campaign — which is why I doubt McConnell will permit any hearings
There could be a danger to Cruz’ candidacy if McConnell reverses himself on scheduling hearings.
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I doubt that any hearings will be scheduled prior to knowing who the GOP
nominee will be. The GOP convention is scheduled for July 18-21, 2016.