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Democrats see these votes as beneficial to their vulnerable incumbents as the party stares down a Senate map that’s highly favorable to the GOP.

Senate rejects Democrats’ contraception bill

The Senate rejected a Democratic-led bill to codify the right to contraception — an expected outcome as Majority Leader Chuck Schumer looks to use “show” votes on abortion and related issues throughout June to squeeze Republicans.

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