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.
Most Republicans and few Democrats voted for the resolution committing to a U.S. victory in various Middle Eastern wars.
Despite opposition from conservative groups, Justice O'Connor was confirmed unanimously.
Joseph Rainey (R-SC), born into slavery, was the first African-American elected to the House of Representatives.
Felton became the first woman to serve in the Senate, for only 24 hours.