In 1997, the Senate voted 95-0 to restrict entry of the U.S. into future international climate treaties, ending hopes for legally binding emissions targets for the U.S.
Despite opposition from conservative groups, Justice O'Connor was confirmed unanimously
The House of Representatives voted 421-1 to authorize the use of military force against the perpetrators of the September 11th attacks
The Senate voted to acquit former President Trump of charges of inciting the January 6th attack on congress. Although Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell expressed that Trump was legally culpable for a "disgraceful dereliction of duty", he concluded that the Senate is unable to convict former officials. The Senate had previously held it has the power to do so.
Visualize the 117th Senate and its members, and compare it with past congresses
