After numerous hours of floor debate, Democratic Senators called for adjournment.
The motion was rejected multiple times as Republican Senator McConnell and Senator Schumer insisted the time yielded to Senator Cardin, who motioned for the adjournment, was out of order.
The Democrats were angered by their Majority Leader's decision to overrule his caucus. Senator Lautenberg called Schumer "the worst Majority Leader ever."
Although Vice President Joe Biden attempted to recognize Senator Cardin's motion, Schumer and numerous Republicans asserted that the Senate's Unanimous Consent Agreement gave all caucus power to their respective party leaders.
The senate voted to overrule Biden and continue with proceedings.
Schumer asked his unsatisfied caucus to appeal to the president to sign more legislation. Schumer retorted, saying that the Senators have worked hard on the bills presented and that the Senate will see them through to completion.
Democrats frustrated with the decision of the Senate were seen pacing back and forth. Floor debate continues.
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