Gates says Yemen's president appears to be reluctant to support the idea, because it would imply his government is not capable of handling the resettlement.

VOA: standard.2009.05.06

The outcome of the Saturday night drama had actually been sealed earlier in the day, when two Democratic senators who had not pledged their support for the bill announced that they would vote for it to advance to debate.

VOA: standard.2009.11.23

The Lib Dems withdrew and earlier motion when it emerged Labour AMs would not support it.

BBC: Disqualified Lib Dem AMs' seats to be declared vacant

At one stage, the two leaders announced they had reached a compromise - but MPs who stand to lose from early elections said they would not support it.

BBC: Q&A: Ukraine political crisis

If Congressman Pence believes the Speaker got a good deal, why would Pence not support it?

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