To table the resolution which provides for reduction of appropriation for completion of the channel over the ST. Clair flats in the state of michigan, as contai

On May 3, 1858, the Senate voted 19–22. Result: failed. By party: Democrats 18–6, Republicans 0–13, Others 1–3. It was a split vote: the parties took opposite sides, with some members crossing over. 6 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: 19
No: 22
Did not vote: 32
Date: May 3, 1858

By party

Democrats18 yes · 6 no · 23 didn’t vote
Republicans0 yes · 13 no · 8 didn’t vote
Others1 yes · 3 no · 1 didn’t vote

Who broke with their party

David Colbreth Broderick D-CA voted no
William McKendree Gwin D-CA voted no
George Wallace Jones D-IA voted no
Jesse David Bright D-IN voted no
Charles Edward Stuart D-MI voted no
Trusten Polk D-MO voted no

How each senator voted: Yes

How each senator voted: No

Did not vote

Other votes

From Voteview roll call records.

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