The vice president __________, which means that no senator addresses the Senate floor without formal recognition from the vice president (or president pro tempore). He also enforces and often interprets the rules and procedures of the Senate.

The vice president’s role described here is to preside over the Senate. When presiding, the vice president (or president pro tempore) recognizes senators before they speak and helps enforce or interpret Senate rules. Presiding does not mean always leading the debate, taking a side, or deciding who wins.

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