The Senate convened for a pro forma session at 12:00 noon. Senator Cassidy presided and no business was conducted.

The Senate is debating the nomination of Amy Coney Barrett to the Supreme Court, post cloture. If all thirty hours are used, a vote on confirmation is expected this evening,

3:33 p.m. By a vote of 53-43 the Senate agreed to the motion to recess. They will reconvene at 12:00 noon on Saturday, October 24. 2:57 p.m. By a party