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On the recordNovember 8, 2023
Mr. President, I finally ask unanimous consent that when the Senate completes its business today, it stand adjourned until 10 a.m. on Thursday, November 9; that following the prayer and pledge, the Journal of proceedings be approved to date, the morning hour be deemed expired, the time for the two leaders be reserved for their use later in the day, and morning business be closed; that upon the conclusion of morning business, the Senate proceed to executive session to resume consideration of the Almadani nomination postcloture; further, that following the disposition of the Almadani nomination, the Senate vote on confirmation of the McMillion nomination, and that at 1:45 p.m., the Senate vote on the motion to invoke cloture on the de Alba nomination; finally, that if any nominations are confirmed during Thursday's session, the motions to reconsider be considered made and laid upon the table and the President be immediately notified of the Senate's action. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so ordered. ____________________
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Sheldon Whitehouse
Democratic · Rhode Island

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