Democratic Leader Tom Daschle pledges cooperation with President Bush. William Rehnquist announces retirement as chief justice. President Bush nominates Clarence Thomas to succeed him and picks Florida Circuit Judge N. Sanford Sauls to replace Justice Thomas. Bill Clinton announces candidacy for mayor of New York City. A-Rod hitting .437.
Conservatives demand vice president's resignation.
President Bush then nominates Justice Anthony Kennedy as chief justice, and he is confirmed. Cowboys re-acquire Deion Sanders from Washington Redskins in trade for Troy Aikman. Debate begins on nomination of Judge Sauls. Public approval of lawmakers hits new high. Debate continues on Judge Sauls.