I announce to my colleagues, if cloture is invoked on the Johnson nomination, we do not expect a vote on the underlying nomination. Also, we do not have a request for a vote on the Portman nomination. Therefore, this may be the last vote of the evening, if cloture is invoked. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Senator from Virginia is recognized for 3 minutes. ____________________
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