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General News 11/14/2006 at 1:15 PM EST

Bush's Power to Shape Judiciary 'Over' Because of Election Loss

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Bush's power to shape the federal judiciary is coming to an end.

The Democrats' takeover of the Senate in January means they will be able to deny consideration of nominees whose views they oppose on issues such as abortion. While Republicans will still control the lame-duck Senate session convening this week, there's little chance of action on many judgeships.

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