Kramer lost Tuesday’s procedural vote on advancing gun safety legislation. The senator said he plans to return after the July 4 vacation. “I’m awake and in a good mood,” he said. “Although I am absent from this week of voting and hearings, I am closely following the work of the Senate and in constant contact with my colleagues and staff.” After his scheduled return, Cramer said he intended to “do a lot of left-handed punches.” This news and title have been updated to reflect additional developments on Wednesday.
