Paul Kane

Paul Kane @pkcapitol

RT @davecclarke: Finger counting and visitor-gallery seating: House leaders go to extraordinary lengths to outflank lawmaker and pass rescu… — PolitiTweet.org

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So we turned this tweet thread into a full story of its own. Amazing day, just hope everyone remains safe. https://t.co/pnFStJRQAt — PolitiTweet.org

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An aide slipped @SpeakerPelosi a note: “We have a quorum. You can close." Our look at how Ds & Rs pulled out every stop Friday -- even placing lawmakers up in the public galleries above -- to try to create a healthy environment & pass the bill. https://t.co/pnFStJRQAt — PolitiTweet.org

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I don't know if we made any sense of this situation, it's all so strange, but @amyewalter & I talked it through for her amazing "Takeaway" show on @WNYC We've never talked like this before, her at her home, me on Skype from the Capitol. Give a listen. https://t.co/8tAotdbYw3 — PolitiTweet.org

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@riccimike @DougAndres Come on, Doug. Photo caption that. What’s he saying inside? — PolitiTweet.org

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@caphilltrish @kristin__wilson @TexasTribAbby @byamberphillips @LisaDNews @mkraju @GarrettHaake @mikedebonis @ericawerner @karoun @seungminkim @ktullymcmanus @lindsemcpherson @JenniferShutt @sapersons @CarolineMcKee12 @stevenmnuchin1 We're getting closer to a deal, Trish. Working hard, through the night. — PolitiTweet.org

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Senior aides are pacing the chamber doing simple head counts - literally counting off members in their heads - to triple check their numbers to be above 216. Pelosi just got handed a note updating her on where the count is. — PolitiTweet.org

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Back-of-envelope math: there 16 suites in the public gallery above, each 4 rows. Each row, about 8-10 seats, so gallery can take almost 600 people. House floor can hold about 600 also (imagine SOTU). Today, gonna spread 220-plus members throughout entire chamber. #CheckMyMath — PolitiTweet.org

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Also, at this stage, there is no question left that a quorum will be here. @lindsemcpherson & @ktullymcmanus have a google doc on members they have seen or who have tweeted they'll be here. They're already north of 180 members. Only need 216. — PolitiTweet.org

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There will be more than 216 members in the chamber - speed out on floor and above in galleries. (Those were closed to public 2 weeks ago.) With a quorum, Massie needs 1/5 of those present to back up his call for a vote. It will be denied. Suffice to say, I’ve never seen this. — PolitiTweet.org

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Wow! Members are now taking up spots in the public gallery above the actual House floor. Staff are opening more doors for more members to go to the gallery above. Looks as if they’ll socially distance that way. And establish a quorum, defeating Massie. — PolitiTweet.org

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After finishing remarks in support of the bill, @replouiegohmert took a can of Lysol and completely doused the podium/mic and 2 chairs around the debate area. Cause a couple Rs nearby to start coughing - from the Lysol, not the virus. — PolitiTweet.org

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On the House floor now, talking to Pelosi and her staff: Dr Monahan, head of the Office of Attending Physician. — PolitiTweet.org

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This thread from Lisa is as good a color as we have of a pretty wild scene, Pelosi and McCarthy pleading with Massie to not force a vote/quorum call. — PolitiTweet.org

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@WakeUp2Politics @danbalz Careful Dan. Gabe is so smart he could do both our jobs. (Congrats!) — PolitiTweet.org

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RT @lindsemcpherson: 216 members are needed for a quorum There are AT LEAST 130 here but likely more. @ktullymcmanus & I have a working li… — PolitiTweet.org

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Critical public service here by @lindsemcpherson @ktullymcmanus - now at 140~ members, just in terms of those they have seen in person. Many more likely across street in their offices. — PolitiTweet.org

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2 days ago Fauci recommended anyone from NYC region quarantine if they leave the area. Because of these Massie-led procedural hijinks, many NYers are here in House today: AOC, Espaillat, Max Rose, Velazquez, Jeffries and more. — PolitiTweet.org

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Here's Massie's GOP primary opponent: https://t.co/AUeB16blgU — PolitiTweet.org

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As Trump dropped those tweets on Massie, the KY Republican was off the floor. A minute or two ago he walked back onto the floor, staring at this phone, taking up his seat where he normally sits, 2nd to last row, near the center aisle. It's unclear if Massie speaks during debate. — PolitiTweet.org

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Dem leaders encouraging members that can to come back for vote, with Rs & Ds preparing in case @RepThomasMassie forces a roll call. Meanwhile @AOC - back from NYC - tells me she's not sure if she should vote, given quarantine request of NY'ers.. https://t.co/90OQsA81DF — PolitiTweet.org

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@hillhulse Carl. Don’t talk about cruise ships. Please. — PolitiTweet.org

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There's a long list of safety provisions in place for the House to debate tomorrow on the $2t-plus rescue package, per the House SAA office. This one stands out: "The Member gym remains closed at this time." — PolitiTweet.org

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RT @feliciasonmez: Senate passes $2 trillion bill to blunt coronavirus pandemic’s economic impact, as households and businesses gasp for re… — PolitiTweet.org

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RT @JakeSherman: Have seen a few people ask this — @OKnox, being one — I have no idea who this is or whether this is Mr. Thune. But a priv… — PolitiTweet.org

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"Our nation obviously is going through a kind of crisis that is totally unprecedented in living memory. Let's stay connected ... Let's continue to pray for one another, for all of our families and for our country." - McConnell's incredibly sobering closing speech before vote. — PolitiTweet.org

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".. next scheduled vote, Monday, April the 20th ..." @senatemajldr says. We will see if that happens. Says that circumstances might cause them to vote sooner. But rank-file senators don't know when they will be back. — PolitiTweet.org

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@Phil_Mattingly Sorry Phil - I made it happen first. I got up from my desk and told @mikedebonis “I’m gonna for a walk and see if I can shake something loose.” 20 mins ago, staffer ran by saving, “2 votes at 10 o’clock.” — PolitiTweet.org

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RT @heatherscope: I enjoyed this so much! Please read (and watch the videos). — PolitiTweet.org

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RT @JaredHalpern: Hey! That's my recorder/mic/cords six feet away (I hope) from Senator Manchin. It's been an odd experience as a reporter… — PolitiTweet.org