Kamala Harris Positive For COVID-19, Pres. Biden Not A 'Close Contact'

The US Senate is narrowly controlled by Democrats, relying on Vice President Kamala Harris's tiebreaking vote. Two Democratic senators tested positive for COVID-19, affecting Senate votes, including a failed Federal Reserve nominee vote. Without remote voting, Democrats need Republican support to pass bills. The situation highlights the challenges of narrow Senate control and the impact of COVID-19 on legislative processes.

What is the primary reason the Democrats have control of the US Senate?

• The Republicans abstained from voting.

• They have a coalition with independent senators.

• Vice President Kamala Harris's tiebreaking vote.

• They have more senators than Republicans.

Which two Democratic senators tested positive for COVID-19, affecting Senate votes?

• Joe Manchin and Kyrsten Sinema

• Chuck Schumer and Nancy Pelosi

• Bernie Sanders and Elizabeth Warren

• Chris Murphy and Ron Wyden

What is the consequence of the Senate not allowing remote voting?

• Senators can vote via proxy.

• The Vice President can vote on behalf of absent senators.

• Votes are postponed until all senators are present.

• The Senate can pass bills without a quorum.

Why do Democrats need Republican support in the Senate currently?

• To pass bills due to the absence of some Democratic senators.

• To change the Senate rules.

• To form a new coalition government.

• To impeach the President.

What makes the current Senate situation rare?

• The absence of senators due to illness is uncommon.

• The Senate has never been evenly split before.

• The Vice President rarely casts a tiebreaking vote.

• The Senate usually allows remote voting.