What would it take?

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One problem with the firing is this:

s, but as the top Senate-confirmed official at the Justice Department, she is the only one authorized to sign foreign surveillance warrants, an essential function at the department.

So until somebody else is confirmed, no FISA warrants can be issued. We aren't sure Sessions will be confirmed. I seriously doubt any Democrat will vote for him with his background in racism.

Originally Posted by CRedskinsRule

Although at a higher level this is akin to the official who was fired for not validating gay marriages. Its all political theater. Yates was out in a week anyways when Sessions is approved so she took a stand.
Its not very shocking that an Obama hack wouldn't understand the concept of enforcing the law

She's sworn to uphold the law of the Constitution. If she thinks the executive order is unconstitutional, then it's her duty NOT to execute those actions. She's doing her job.