Sheldon Whitehouse: “I ask unanimous consent that when the Senate completes its business today, it stand adjourned until 10 a.m., Thursday…”

“I ask unanimous consent that when the Senate completes its business today, it stand adjourned until 10 a.m., Thursday, July 13; 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 following the conclusion of morning business, the Senate proceed to executive session to resume consideration of the Kotagal 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. ____________________”