Republicans confirm former Trump lawyer Emil Bove to appeals court

The Republican‑led Senate narrowly confirmed Emil Bove, President Trump’s former personal lawyer, to a lifetime judgeship on the 3rd U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals in a 50‑49 vote, with only Republicans supporting him. Despite allegations from three whistleblowers accusing Bove of disregarding laws and misleading senators, GOP leaders dismissed the complaints as politically motivated. Two Republicans, Lisa Murkowski and Susan Collins, joined Democrats in opposing the nomination. Democrats criticized Bove as extreme and hostile to democratic norms, while Republicans defended his qualifications, NBC News has reported. The confirmation sparked controversy over Bove’s past conduct, including comments about ignoring court orders during Trump‑era deportations.