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proceduralJul 22, 2026 · Senate roll call · cloture · Result: Cloture Motion Agreed to

On the Cloture Motion — Motion to Invoke Cloture: Michael C. Martin to be U.S. District Judge for the Eastern District of Michigan

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

Yea60

Democrat: 10 · Independent: 1 · Republican: 49

Nay35

Democrat: 34 · Independent: 1

Present0

Not Voting5

Democrat: 1 · Republican: 4

How each member voted (100)

Yea (60)

Nay (35)

Not Voting (5)

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