Graham officially schedules hearing on Trump's Supreme Court pick to start Oct. 12

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Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.) on Monday formally scheduled the panel to start its days-long hearing for Judge Amy Coney Barrett's Supreme Court nomination on Oct. 12.

The move by Graham — which aligns with a timeline released by his office late last month — comes as two GOP members of his committee have tested positive for the coronavirus and another two are self-isolating, sparking calls from Democrats to delay the proceedings.

But Republicans, including Graham and Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.), have vowed to move forward, regardless of whether the Senate is in session next week.

The notice comes after Graham spoke with President Trump earlier Monday about Barrett's nomination.

"Just spoke with President @realDonaldTrump and he sounds terrific -- very engaged and ready to get back to work! He’s also very excited about Judge Amy Coney Barrett being confirmed to the Supreme Court and focused on a good deal to help stimulate the economy," Graham tweeted.

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