Republicans could lose control of the Senate in November and still confirm Trump's nominee, but it's unlikely Democrats will let that happen without a fight.
Republicans don't need to retain control of the Senate in November to put President Donald Trump's nominee on the Supreme Court.
Trump is expected to announce his nominee on Saturday, and Republicans, who hold a 53-seat majority, have support from the 51 senators needed to move forward with the nomination.
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