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House roll call 166 · 25th Congress · May 2, 1838

To adjourn, motion made during consideration of the investigation of the death of hon. J. Cilley. (chair voted in the negative.)

On May 2, 1838, the House voted 88–89. Result: failed. By party: Democrats 9–80, Others 78–9, Independents 1–0. 9 members voted against their own party.

During the 25th Congress (1837–1838), Martin Van Buren was president.

Yes
88
No
89
Did not vote
80
Date
May 2, 1838

By party

  • Democrats9 yes · 80 no · 45 didn’t vote
  • Others78 yes · 9 no · 35 didn’t vote
  • Independents1 yes · 0 no

Who broke with their party

How each representative voted: Yes

How each representative voted: No

Did not vote

Other votes

From Voteview roll call records.

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Capitol Receipts, “To adjourn, motion made during consideration…: House Vote, May 2, 1838,” https://www.capitolreceipts.com/vote/25-H-166/to-adjourn-motion-made-during-consideration-of-the-investigation (accessed 2026-10-17).