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Chuck Schumer

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Chuck Schumer is an American politician serving as the senior United States senator from New York since 1999. A member of the Democratic Party, he has held the position of Senate Majority Leader since January 2021, making him one of the most prominent figures in the U.S. Senate. Schumer previously served in the U.S. House of Representatives from 1981 to 1999, representing New York's 9th congressional district. Throughout his career, he has focused on issues such as healthcare, infrastructure, and economic development, often advocating for policies that benefit working families and promote social justice.

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Jun 7, 2023

Finally, I ask unanimous consent that when the Senate completes its business today, it stand adjourned until 10 a.m. on Thursday, June 8; that following the prayer and pledge, the Journal of proceedings be approved to date, the morning…

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Jun 7, 2023

I ask unanimous consent that the preambles be agreed to and that the motions to reconsider be considered made and laid upon the table, all en bloc. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so ordered. The preambles were agreed to en…

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Jun 7, 2023

I ask unanimous consent that the Senate proceed to the en bloc consideration of the following Senate resolutions: S. Res. 239, S. Res. 240, and S. Res. 241. There being no objection, the Senate proceeded to consider the resolutions en bloc.

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Jun 7, 2023

I ask unanimous consent that the order for the quorum call be rescinded. The PRESIDING OFFICER (Mr. Ossoff). Without objection, it is so ordered. ____________________

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Jun 6, 2023

I ask unanimous consent that the Senate proceed to legislative session to be in a period of morning business, with Senators permitted to speak therein for up to 10 minutes each. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so ordered…

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Jun 6, 2023

I move to proceed to executive session to consider Calendar No. 166. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The question is on agreeing to the motion. The motion was agreed to. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The clerk will report the nomination. The legislative…

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Jun 6, 2023

If there is no further business to come before the Senate, I ask that it stand adjourned under the previous order. There being no objection, the Senate, at 6:31 p.m., adjourned until Wednesday, June 7, 2023, at 10 a.m. ____________________

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Jun 6, 2023

I ask unanimous consent that the mandatory quorum call for the cloture motion filed today, June 6, be waived. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so ordered.

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Jun 6, 2023

I send a cloture motion to the desk. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The cloture motion having been presented under rule XXII, the Chair directs the clerk to read the motion. The legislative clerk read as follows: Cloture Motion We, the undersigned…

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Jun 6, 2023

I ask unanimous consent the Senate proceed to the consideration of the following nomination: Calendar No. 165, Craig Anderson for U.S. Marshal for the district of Montana for the term of 4 years, that the Senate vote on the nomination…

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Jun 6, 2023

this morning, I released a ``Dear Colleague,'' alongside Senators Heinrich, Rounds, and Young, announcing three Senators-only briefings on artificial intelligence taking place starting in the next few weeks. These bipartisan briefings will…

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Jun 6, 2023

I ask unanimous consent that when the Senate completes its business today, it stand adjourned until 10 a.m. on Wednesday, June 7; that following the prayer and pledge, the Journal of proceedings be approved to date, the morning hour be…

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Jun 1, 2023

Ten minutes forty seconds. We have got 40 seconds to go, and we can get it all in 10. Vote on Amendment No. 125 The PRESIDENT pro tempore. The Senator from Alaska is recognized.

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Jun 1, 2023

that was 12 minutes. We are getting down to 10. Everyone should be here. Call the vote. The PRESIDENT pro tempore. The Senator from Kansas. Amendment No. 110 (Purpose: To secure the borders of the United States, and for other purposes.)

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Jun 1, 2023

I have three requests for committees to meet during today's session of the Senate. They have the approval of the Majority and Minority Leaders. Pursuant to rule XXVI, paragraph 5(a), of the Standing Rules of the Senate, the following…

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Jun 1, 2023

I ask unanimous consent that the mandatory quorum calls for the cloture motions filed today, June 1, be waived. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so ordered. ____________________

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Jun 1, 2023

I send a cloture motion to the desk. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The cloture motion having been presented under rule XXII, the Chair directs the clerk to read the motion. The senior assistant legislative clerk read as follows: Cloture Motion…

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Jun 1, 2023

I send a cloture motion to the desk. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The cloture motion having been presented under rule XXII, the Chair directs the clerk to read the motion. The senior assistant legislative clerk read as follows: Cloture Motion…

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Jun 1, 2023

I move to proceed to executive session to consider Calendar No. 26. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The question is on agreeing to the motion. The motion was agreed to. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The clerk will report the nomination. The senior…

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Jun 1, 2023

I move to proceed to executive session to consider Calendar No. 179. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The question is on agreeing to the motion. The motion was agreed to. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The clerk will report the nomination. The senior…

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Jun 1, 2023

first, I want to thank everybody for cooperating. I think we got the most votes in the least time. Second, and more importantly, we are about to vote on something so important to the country, and so many of us on both sides of the aisle…

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Jun 1, 2023

I send a cloture motion to the desk. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The cloture motion having been presented under rule XXII, the Chair directs the clerk to read the motion. The senior assistant legislative clerk read as follows: Cloture Motion…

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Jun 1, 2023

we are slipping a little--11 minutes. Let's stay in our seats. The PRESIDENT pro tempore. The Senator from Louisiana. Amendment No. 104

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Jun 1, 2023

about an hour ago, I entered a statement into the Record, and I would like to read it so the Members can hear it. I want to also dispel rumors and reassure our friends across the world about the Senate's commitment and ability to respond…

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Jun 1, 2023

I am pleased--so pleased--to announce that both sides have just locked in an agreement that enables the Senate to pass legislation tonight, avoiding default. For the information of my colleagues, this is what will happen on the floor: In a…

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