Sens. McConnell, Schumer Discuss Power-Sharing Agreement

Sens. McConnell, Schumer Discuss Power-Sharing Agreement

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The US Senate is currently evenly divided, prompting leaders Mitch McConnell and Chuck Schumer to negotiate its operation. Democrats will set the schedule, but both parties will have equal seats on committees. Leaders are considering allowing bills to pass even with tied votes, similar to the 2001 guidelines when the Senate was last split under President Bush.

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What is being considered regarding bills in the Senate?

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When was the last time the Senate was split before the current situation?

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