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proceduralJul 20, 2026 · Senate roll call · cloture · Result: Cloture Motion Agreed to

On the Cloture Motion — Motion to Invoke Cloture: Benjamin M. Flowers to be U.S. Circuit Judge for the Sixth Circuit

This was a procedural vote — a decision about process (such as ending debate or handling a motion), not a direct vote on a bill, amendment, or nominee.

Roll-call breakdown

Yea43

Republican: 43

Nay40

Democrat: 39 · Independent: 1

Present0

Not Voting17

Democrat: 6 · Independent: 1 · Republican: 10

How each member voted (100)

Yea (43)

Nay (40)

Not Voting (17)

Party labels reflect each member’s most recent affiliation on record.