The Senate’s confirmation vote is its decision on whether to approve a presidential judicial nominee. Confirmation requires more yes votes than no votes among senators voting yes or no.

The nomination is confirmed; the Senate’s confirmation process for this nomination is complete.

• On the Cloture Motion PN930-7
  Jun 24, 2026Cloture Motion Agreed to (52-45)

Confirmation fills a federal district judgeship in the Southern District of Texas.

• People and organizations with cases in the Southern District of Texas
  Marck is confirmed to serve as a judge on the district court handling cases in that area.

The vote followed party majority positions: Republicans supported confirmation, while Democrats and the two voting independents opposed it.

• DAdam SchiffCalifornia— One of 3 members not voting; the result was decided by 3 votes.
• DMichael BennetColorado— One of 3 members not voting; the result was decided by 3 votes.
• RMitch McConnellKentucky— One of 3 members not voting; the result was decided by 3 votes.

Advice and consent

The Senate's constitutional role in confirming presidential nominations and ratifying treaties. The Senate doesn't "appoint" — it consents to the president's appointment.