Members of the Assembly said Silver's criminal charges had become a distraction and a problem for entire chamber. (newyork.cbslocal.com)
Although the majority caucus (Democrats) selects a nominee, that person must be confirmed by the entire chamber. (ballotpedia.org)
We might very well be sitting on the seat here in Buffalo that is the balance of power in the New York State Senate and the entire chamber might pivot on this seat.» (news.wbfo.org)