Senate confirms controversial Trump judicial nominee

The Senate on Thursday confirmed President Donald Trump’s judicial nominee to the powerful 2nd Circuit Court of Appeals despite bipartisan frustration over his refusal to answer questions during his confirmation hearing.In a 51-41 vote, the Senate confirmed Steven Menashi, with moderate Republican Sen. Susan Collins of Maine joining Democrats in voting against him.Menashi, an associate counsel to the president, faced criticism from Democrats and Republicans for declining to answer question