Reuters reports that Rand Paul will support the SCOTUS nomination of Brett Kavanaugh.
Paul had expressed concerns over Kavanaugh’s positions on privacy issues.
He said Kavanaugh had eased them when the two met.
Paul’s support could prove critical to securing the votes needed for Kavanaugh's confirmation.
Kanavaugh is vying to replace retiring Supreme Court Justice Anthony Kennedy.
Trump’s fellow Republicans hold a 51-49 Senate majority, leaving them little margin for error.
