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On the recordJuly 26, 2021
Mr. President, I ask unanimous consent that the Senate vote on the nomination without intervening action or debate; that if confirmed, the motion to reconsider be considered made and laid upon the table, all without intervening action or debate; that no further motions be in order to the nomination; that any statements related to the nomination be printed in the Record; that the President be immediately notified of the Senate's action. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Is there objection? Without objection, it is so ordered. The question is, Will the Senate advise and consent to the Kendall nomination? The nomination was confirmed. ____________________
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Sheldon Whitehouse
Democratic · Rhode Island

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