Democrats consider overturning parliamentarian’s immigration ruling

December 14, 2021

Senate Democrats are considering how to potentially adverse ruling by the parliamentarian on whether they can include an immigration policy in their social spending and climate bill. Senate Parliamentarian Elizabeth MacDonough is expected to rule shortly on whether Democrats’ third immigration proposal conforms with Senate rules required to pass the package. This immigration proposal would provide work permits and deportation protection to immigrants in the country illegally. Senate Majority Whip Richard J. Durbin stated he would support overruling the parliamentarian if she rules against their latest immigration proposal. Disregarding the parliamentarian’s decision would require the support of all 48 Senate Democrats and two independents who caucus with them.

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