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The vote on the rule to set up debate on the article of impeachment is underway, and a number of Republicans are voting by proxy.
The decision is noteworthy because Republican members have criticized House speaker Nancy Pelosi for allowing voting by proxy amid the coronavirus pandemic.
As the vote continues, House members are once again sidestepping the metal detectors that have been set up outside the chamber.
Rep. Bob Gibbs walks right around the metal detector and enters the House floor.
We’re back to this.
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