President Trump’s pick for education secretary is expected to clear a major Senate hurdle in an unusual early morning vote Friday, clearing the way for her likely confirmation next week.

The 6:30 a.m. procedural vote will end the ongoing — and increasingly contentious — debate over DeVos, who has ignited a fierce backlash from Democrats and even some Republicans.

Republicans will need 51 votes to clear the hurdle, which Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.) is confident he has.

Arcane Senate rules can require a 30-hour window between the procedural vote and the final vote, which is now expected to take place Monday or Tuesday.

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