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Senate roll call 295 · 35th Congress · May 31, 1858

To consider resolution relating to the recent aggressions by british cruisers on the commerce of the U.S.

On May 31, 1858, the Senate voted 33–21. Result: passed. By party: Democrats 25–7, Republicans 6–11, Others 2–3. It was a split vote: the parties took opposite sides, with some members crossing over. 13 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
33
No
21
Did not vote
19
Date
May 31, 1858

By party

  • Democrats25 yes · 7 no · 15 didn’t vote
  • Republicans6 yes · 11 no · 4 didn’t vote
  • Others2 yes · 3 no

Who broke with their party

How each senator voted: Yes

How each senator voted: No

Did not vote

Other votes

From Voteview roll call records.

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