There was very little drama this Jan. 6 and no overt tension in the room as lawmakers read out each state’s electoral votes. Vice President Kamala Harris gaveled down her own defeat. Democrats did not object to any of the votes.


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Originally Published: <time datetime="2025-01-06 18:51:32">January 6, 2025 at 6:51 PM EST</time>

There was very little drama this Jan. 6 and no overt tension in the room as lawmakers read out each state’s electoral votes. Vice President Kamala Harris gaveled down her own defeat. Democrats did …{ai:summary}<p>On January 6, lawmakers calmly read each state's electoral votes with no objections from Democrats. Vice President Kamala Harris acknowledged her defeat without incident, marking a stark contrast to previous years. </p><p>#politics</p>

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