With House Republicans unable to pass a rule to consider the bill to lift the debt ceiling, 52 Democrats voted in favor to help it across the finish line, CNN reports.
It’s exceedingly rare for minority members to vote for a rule to help the majority.
Debate on the bill will begin at 7:30 p.m. ET.
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