'Thank you for fighting for all human beings': Internet rejoices as Respect For Marriage Act passed on 61-36 vote

'Thank you for fighting for all human beings': Internet rejoices as Respect For Marriage Act passed on 61-36 vote
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WASHINGTON DC, WASHINGTON: The United States Senate has now voted to enshrine the right to same-sex and interracial marriage into federal law. On Tuesday, November 29, the Respect For Marriage Act passed on a 61-36 vote with 11 Republicans voting with Democrats on the measure.

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It is now set to go back to the House of Representatives, where it is expected to pass the Democrat-controlled chamber and then head to President Joe Biden's desk before the current Congressional term ends. 

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