Yes, all the Republican senators I listed earlier who have presided over pro forma sessions in 2026 have directly participated in the process that blocks President Trump's recess appointments.
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Chuck Grassley (R-IA) โ As President pro tempore, he frequently issues the letters or participates in setting up the schedule. He has presided over multiple pro forma sessions himself.
John Hoeven (R-ND) โ Presided over at least one in early April 2026 (e.g., the very short session with only Sen. Chris Coons present as the other senator in the chamber).
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Joni Ernst (R-IA) โ Presided over the April 6, 2026 pro forma session.
Tom Cotton (R-AR) โ Presided over the April 2, 2026 session.
John Barrasso (R-WY) โ Presided over the April 9, 2026 pro forma session at noon.
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Marsha Blackburn, Jerry Moran, and Mike Rounds โ Each has presided over at least one pro forma session in 2026.
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