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Senate roll call 401 · 35th Congress · Jun 12, 1858

To amend an amendment to a resolution that jesse d. Bright and graham n. Fitch, senators from the state of indiana, are entitled to their seats, which amendment

On Jun 12, 1858, the Senate voted 17–26. Result: failed. By party: Democrats 1–26, Republicans 16–0. It was a party-line vote: most Democrats and most Republicans voted on opposite sides. 1 member 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

17

No

26

Did not vote

30

Date

Jun 12, 1858

From Voteview roll call records.