Incoming Majority leader Howard Baker greets outgoing Majority leader Robert Byrd

Incoming Majority leader Howard Baker (L) greets outgoing Majority leader Robert Byrd on December 4, 1980 as the Senate tries to close down work on the 96th Congress by December 5. Baker takes over the duties when the 97th Congress convenes in January. (UPI Photo/Darryl Heikes/Files)