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Senate advances Sessions’ nomination, sets up Wednesday vote

By Kelly Cohen
Published February 7, 2017 5:52pm ET
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Senate advances Sessions’ nomination, sets up Wednesday vote
All of Trump's nominees so far have been confirmed, and Sessions' confirmation is expected to follow. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon) | Alex Brandon

The Senate voted Tuesday to end debate on the nomination of Sen. Jeff Sessions, R-Ala., for attorney general.

The Senate voted 52-47 to end debate, and Sessions abstained. Sen. Joe Manchin, D-W.Va., has been a vocal supporter of Sessions and was the only Democrat to vote yes.

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