Feinstein's death throws Senate judicial confirmations into new limbo
Filling the open seat on the Judiciary Committee requires at least 60 votes in the Senate, meaning it would require GOP support.

Does Governor Newsom get to chose Feinstein's replacement?

https://www.politico.com/live-updates/2023/09/29/congress/judiciary-replacement-senate-feinstein-gop-00119065