In some cases, they've delayed setting up the local committees that vet possible nominees.
Possible nominees are still being vetted.
In September and October of 1971, Nixon and Mitchell debated possible nominees.
On May 18th, Trump released Leo's list of eleven judges as his possible nominees.
Several have been floated as possible nominees for cabinet and national security jobs.
He said that harsh attacks were driving out possible nominees who were leery of the confirmation process.
Of all ten possible nominees, who do you think would best fill Justice O'Connor's large shoes, and why?
Their request that Mr. Obama consult with them about possible nominees is appropriate, and the administration should do so.
At one point MacAdams refers to a "cool hall of fame," and contemplating possible nominees might be instructive.
So far, the discussions have focused on providing possible nominees for different circumstances, depending on who resigns.
"It doesn't change what we do," said Miers, who said she routinely talks to senators about possible nominees.
