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What was the margin of the Senate vote confirming DeVos?

  • 51–50

  • 60–40

  • 52–48

  • 49–51

Answer

51–50 was the margin of the Senate vote confirming DeVos. The vote was a close one, with Vice President Mike Pence casting the tie-breaking vote in favor of DeVos's confirmation. DeVos's confirmation was controversial, with many Democrats and education groups opposing her nomination. They argued that she was unqualified for the position and that her policies would harm public education.
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