Mike Lawler: “Republicans have 53 senators, which means, at minimum, you…”

“Well, you know, I'm glad you asked that question, because Democrats have been trying to throw this out there and try to confuse people. The fact is that you need 60 votes in the Senate, and Republicans have 53 senators, which means, at minimum, you would need seven Democrats [to pass a resolution]. depending on how a Republican may vote. Rand Paul has been voting with the Democrats, so you would need eight.” (05:16–05:22)

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