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Jon Kyl is a former United States Senator from Arizona, serving from 1995 to 2013. A member of the Republican Party, Kyl was known for his work on issues such as tax policy, national security, and judicial appointments. During his tenure, he played a significant role in various legislative efforts, including the confirmation of Supreme Court justices and tax reform initiatives. Kyl also served as the Senate Minority Whip from 2007 to 2013, showcasing his leadership within the party.
The following Senators are necessarily absent: the Senator from Tennessee (Mr. Alexander), the Senator from Oklahoma (Mr. Coburn), and the Senator from Illinois (Mr. Kirk). The result was announced--yeas 74, nays 19, as follows: [Rollcall…
The following Senators are necessarily absent: the Senator from Tennessee (Mr. Alexander), the Senator from Oklahoma (Mr. Coburn), and the Senator from Illinois (Mr. Kirk). Further, if present and voting, the Senator from Tennessee (Mr…
The following Senators are necessarily absent: the Senator from Tennessee (Mr. Alexander), the Senator from Oklahoma (Mr. Coburn), and the Senator from Illinois (Mr. Kirk). Further, if present and voting, the Senator from Tennessee (Mr…
I also refer people to an excellent piece in the Wall Street Journal, ``A Triumph and Tragedy for the Law,'' by David Rivkin, Jr., and Lee Casey, both fine lawyers who frequently opine on matters of this sort.
The following Senators are necessarily absent: the Senator from Tennessee (Mr. Alexander), the Senator from Oklahoma (Mr. Coburn), and the Senator from Illinois (Mr. Kirk). Further, if present and voting, the Senator from Tennessee (Mr…
regarding yesterday's Supreme Court decision, there have been a variety of very interesting editorials, op-ed pieces, and blogs--many of them erudite and very useful for the analysis of the Court's opinion. Of course, it will take a long…
The following Senators are necessarily absent: the Senator from Utah (Mr. Hatch) and the Senator from Illinois (Mr. Kirk). The PRESIDING OFFICER. Are there any other Senators in the Chamber desiring to vote? The result was announced--yeas…
I didn't hear all the remarks of my colleague from Kansas, but I think what I have to say will follow on directly. I saw a prominent news magazine, the cover of which had a likeness of President Obama, and the title was ``The Imperial…
The following Senators are necessarily absent: the Senator from Utah (Mr. Hatch), the Senator from Illinois (Mr. Kirk), and the Senator from Arizona (Mr. McCain). Further, if present and voting, the Senator from Utah (Mr. Hatch) would have…
The following Senator is necessarily absent: the Senator from Illinois (Mr. Kirk). The result was announced--yeas 45, nays 54, as follows: [Rollcall Vote No. 163 Leg.] YEAS--45 Alexander Ayotte Barrasso Blunt Boozman Brown (MA) Burr…
The following Senator is necessarily absent: the Senator from Illinois (Mr. Kirk). The PRESIDING OFFICER (Mrs. McCaskill). Are there any other Senators in the Chamber desiring to vote? The result was announced--yeas 95, nays 4, as follows…
The following Senator is necessarily absent: the Senator from Illinois (Mr. Kirk). The PRESIDING OFFICER (Mrs. Hagan). Are there any other Senators in the Chamber desiring to vote? The result was announced--yeas 58, nays 41, as follows…
The following Senator is necessarily absent: the Senator from Illinois (Mr. Kirk). The PRESIDING OFFICER. Are there any other Senators in the Chamber desiring to vote? The result was announced--yeas 56, nays 43, as follows: [Rollcall Vote…
The following Senator is necessarily absent: the Senator from Illinois (Mr. Kirk). The PRESIDING OFFICER (Mr. Sanders). Are there any other Senators in the Chamber desiring to vote? The result was announced--yeas 64, nays 35, as follows…
The following Senator is necessarily absent: the Senator from Illinois (Mr. Kirk). The PRESIDING OFFICER. Are there any other Senators in the Chamber desiring to vote? The result was announced--yeas 26, nays 73, as follows: [Rollcall Vote…
The following Senator is necessarily absent: the Senator from Illinois (Mr. Kirk). The PRESIDING OFFICER. Are there any other Senators in the Chamber desiring to vote? The yeas and nays resulted--yeas 96, nays 2, as follows: [Rollcall Vote…
The following Senators are necessarily absent: the Senator from Illinois (Mr. Kirk), the Senator from Alabama (Mr. Shelby), and the Senator from Pennsylvania (Mr. Toomey). The PRESIDING OFFICER. Are there any other Senators in the Chamber…
The following Senator is necessarily absent: the Senator from Illinois (Mr. Kirk). The PRESIDING OFFICER. Are there any other Senators in the Chamber desiring to vote? The result was announced--yeas 63, nays 36, as follows: [Rollcall Vote…
I oppose the Kerry amendment and hope it will be defeated and that my amendment will be adopted. Senator Kerry has appropriately characterized the amendment as being food aid to North Korea. However, it is not just about abhorring North…
The following Senator is necessarily absent: the Senator from Illinois (Mr. Kirk). The PRESIDING OFFICER (Mr. Udall of New Mexico). Are there any other Senators in the Chamber desiring to vote? The result was announced--yeas 30, nays 69…
The following Senator is necessarily absent: the Senator from Illinois (Mr. Kirk). The PRESIDING OFFICER. Are there any other Senators in the Chamber desiring to vote? The result was announced--yeas 35, nays 63, as follows: [Rollcall Vote…
The following Senator is necessarily absent: the Senator from Illinois (Mr. Kirk). The PRESIDING OFFICER. Are there any other Senators in the Chamber desiring to vote? The result was announced--yeas 46, nays 53, as follows: [Rollcall Vote…
The following Senator is necessarily absent: the Senator from Illinois (Mr. Kirk). The PRESIDING OFFICER. (Mr. Manchin). Are there any other Senators in the Chamber desiring to vote? The result was announced--yeas 40, nays 59, as follows…
The following Senator is necessarily absent: the Senator from Illinois (Mr. Kirk). The PRESIDING OFFICER. Are there any other Senators in the Chamber desiring to vote? The result was announced--yeas 44, nays 55, as follows: [Rollcall Vote…
The following Senator is necessarily absent: the Senator from Illinois (Mr. Kirk). The PRESIDING OFFICER (Mr. Cardin). Are there any other Senators in the Chamber desiring to vote? The result was announced--yeas 43, nays 56, as follows…
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