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proceduralAug 8, 2026 · Senate roll call · cloture · Result: Cloture Motion Agreed to

On the Cloture Motion — Motion to Invoke Cloture: Todd Blanche to be Attorney General

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

Yea50

Republican: 50

Nay49

Democrat: 45 · Independent: 2 · Republican: 2

Present0

Not Voting1

Republican: 1

How each member voted (100)

Yea (50)

Nay (49)

Not Voting (1)

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