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House roll call 357 · 35th Congress · Dec 16, 1858

To adopt a resolution that william pinkney whyte be allowed to occupy seat pending discussion of report of committee of elections on his contest for seat of j.

On Dec 16, 1858, the House voted 108–90. Result: passed. By party: Democrats 11–90, Republicans 85–0, Others 13–0. It was a split vote: the parties took opposite sides, with some members crossing over. 11 members voted against their own party.

During the 35th Congress (1857–1858), James Buchanan was president, and Democrats held majorities in both the House and Senate.

Yes

108

No

90

Did not vote

46

Date

Dec 16, 1858

From Voteview roll call records.