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The Senate's bipartisan permitting bill advanced in a lopsided vote on Monday, but key hurdles lie ahead.

Why it matters: The legislation could have far-reaching consequences for how energy projects get built across the U.S.

Seven Republican senators now are calling for their leadership elections to be delayed — with one even promising to walk out rather than vote Tuesday.

Why it matters: Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) is still expected to be reelected to lead the Senate GOP tomorrow. But the growing push to delay is a sign of troubles ahead.

Democrats swept into power last week as voters also embraced tougher criminal penalties and restrictions on bail.

Why it matters: Six years after the George Floyd protests, Democrats won big without promising a return to sweeping 2020-era reforms. Some even adopted border-security rhetoric associated with Republicans.