13 seconds ago 2010-01-02T13:50:01-08:00
Looks like the threatened 1 a.m. EDT vote might have been a bit of motivation for senators to cut a deal to avoid voting at such an unpleasant hour. We're told that negotiating is taking place now (on a bill unrelated to the confirmation hearing) because really, no one responsible for congressional business enjoys it in the wee hours.
That means (stay with us here) that the committee is likely to trudge through the final two panels. Best estimate from our knowledgeable source: "7:30, tops."
-Laurie Kellman, AP reporter, Congress
