Looks like it's a done deal as of a few minutes ago.

Only five senators gathered to bash Patel, last minute. It was a pathetic attempt. I can't remember the other two, but it was Durbin, Schiff and Coons. And it was for naught.

If you stay very still, I think we should be able to hear a collective "pucker". Oooh, it's a good day.

And yes Millgirl, it's been confirmed, a link has been provided from your favorite news source: