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The Senate voted to begin formal consideration of a group of presidential nominations. The motion passed 52-47 with split support from both parties.
This vote was on a 'Motion to Proceed' regarding presidential nominations identified as PN11-16. This is a procedural step required to bring these nominations to the Senate floor for formal debate and an eventual final confirmation vote. In the Senate, a 'Motion to Proceed' acts like a green light to start work on a specific item. Because there are many competing priorities, the Senate must formally agree to take up a specific bill or nomination before it can be discussed. This type of vote requires a simple majority to pass. The motion was agreed to with a 52-47 vote. Notably, both the Democratic and Republican parties were split internally on this decision. This outcome allows the Senate to move forward with the debate process, though it does not yet confirm the individuals to their positions.
The Senate will begin formal debate on the nominations, which may lead to a vote to end debate and then a final confirmation vote.
Democrats. The Democratic caucus was split, with 25 members voting yes and 20 voting no.
Republicans. The Republican caucus was also split, with 26 members voting yes and 24 voting no.
The Senate voted to begin formal consideration of a group of presidential nominations.
The motion passed 52-47 with split support from both parties.