“I am announcing which Senators are absent today.”
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Vote on Pozos Nomination (Executive Calendar)
“I am announcing which Senators are absent. The nomination was voted on. It passed. There were 49 yes votes and 44 no votes. The motion to reconsider has been set aside. The President will be told about the Senate's vote right away.”