'Violating the constitution': Oregon's GOP-led Senate walkout reaches 10th day, 3 senators now ineligible for reelection

With continued walkouts, Oregon senators are now reaching the unexcused absence threshold that would disqualify them from reelection, barring a successful challenge.

SALEM, Ore. — The Republican-led Oregon Senate walkout continued for a 10th day Monday, setting up a test of a new constitutional amendment that would disqualify lawmakers from reelection if they reach 10 unexcused absences.

Three Oregon senators — two Republicans and one independent — are now facing those consequences for walking out on the job, and more senators could join them if the walkouts persist.

The walkouts have stalled all work in the Senate, as the Democratic majority have been unable

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