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Senate Approves Christina Nolan, Michael Drescher to Supreme Court; Rodgers Casts Tie-Breaking Vote
Christina Nolan was confirmed 23-7, while Michael Drescher's approval required a tie-breaking vote by Lt. Gov. John Rodgers, the first since 2019.
- On February 3, 2026, the Vermont Senate approved Michael P. Drescher and Christina E. Nolan, with Lieutenant Governor John Rodgers breaking a 15-15 tie to confirm Drescher.
- The Vermont Judicial Nominating Board vetted both candidates last month, and Drescher faced opposition over his immigration detention work, while Nolan's prosecutorial record was widely supported.
- On Tuesday, the Vermont Senate vote was a 13-13 tie after two Democrats from Bennington joined Republicans, following Sen. Clarkson's motion and a recess by Sen. Kesha Ram Hinsdale.
- Lieutenant Governor John Rodgers said he was comfortable with his tie-breaking vote, and he believes the nominees will serve the Vermont Supreme Court well, after the confirmation vote.
- Rodgers' rare tie-breaking vote — the first in more than 30 years — underscores heightened scrutiny amid critics questioning Drescher’s role defending federal detentions last year.
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