Republican Senate efforts to secure support for an overhaul of the nation's tax system appeared successful Friday, as at least 50 GOP members -- enough to advance the proposal -- have said they'll support passing the bill.
Arizona Sen. Jeff Flake, a key holdout, announced that he would back the plan. Republicans can pass the legislation with 50 members and a tiebreaking vote from Vice President Mike Pence.
"We have the votes," Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell said, walking to the Senate floor following a conference meeting Friday.
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