The Senate is considering the nomination of Robert Lighthizer to be US Trade Representative.  Cloture was filed on this nomination on Tuesday.  The Senate has adjourned until 10:00 a.m. Thursday,

6:17 p.m. The Senate adjourned until 9:30 a.m. on Wednesday May 10th. 6:12 p.m. Senator Sullivan recognized the Alaskan of the week, Sherry Bess, of the Homer Animal Shelter. 6:09

7:31 p.m. The Senate adjourned. 6:47 p.m. Senator Sullivan spoke about the Artic Council meeting happening in Fairbanks soon; and later on US/China relations. 6:36 p.m. Senator Thune spoke about