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On the recordJune 17, 2020
I ask unanimous consent that when the Senate completes its business today, it adjourn until 10 a.m., Thursday, June 18; further, that following the prayer and the pledge, the morning hour be deemed expired, the Journal of proceedings be approved to date, the time for the two leaders be reserved for their use later in the day, and morning business be closed; further, that following leader remarks, the Senate proceed to executive session to resume consideration of the Walker nomination; finally, notwithstanding rule XXII, postcloture time on the Walker nomination expire at 1:30 p.m. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so ordered. ____________________
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Rob Portman
Republican · Ohio

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