McConnell tees up vote on 20-week abortion ban
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McConnell moved to bring up a 20-week abortion ban, paving the way for a procedural vote expected on Monday.
“Now Congress has an opportunity to take a step forward. … I’m pleased to have filed cloture on this bill to protect unborn children who are capable of feeling pain. … And I look forward to voting for it early next week,” McConnell said.
Republicans will need 60 votes to overcome a procedural hurdle before they can take up the bill.
With a 51-seat majority, they are expected to fall short. The bill has 45 co-sponsors — all Republicans. Unfortunately, it has an exception for rape.
The House passed a similar bill largely along party lines last year.
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