There are several things to watch in Tuesday’s Speaker’s vote. In fact, the first thing to look for comes even before the vote for Speaker begins. The House will initially take a roll call vote…
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Rep. Kevin McCarthy, R-Calif., is making a final bid to convince the right wing of his party to support his speakership, making major concessions to the group ahead of Tuesday’s vote. McCarthy’s central concession is…
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The new year and new Congress add up-and-coming political figures, as well as familiar faces with changing roles, to the list of those who have the potential to shape the future of politics. In no…
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Kevin McCarthy makes major concession to conservatives as his speaker bid hangs by a thread
Rep. Kevin McCarthy, R-Calif., is making a final bid to convince the right wing of his party to support his speakership on Sunday, making major concessions to the group ahead of Tuesday’s vote. McCarthy’s central…
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Former President Donald Trump blamed pro-life Republicans for the party’s lackluster performance in the 2022 midterm elections, rejecting any blame on Monday. Trump faced heavy criticism following midterm elections after Trump-endorsed candidates lost key close…
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Buttigieg battered by crises in first two years as transportation secretary: ‘Prime example of failing up’
Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg’s tenure has been plagued by multiple crises from supply chain snarls to widespread commercial airline delays while he has been criticized for his handling of the issues. Amid the many crises…
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Former House Speaker Newt Gingrich attacked Republicans who are opposing Rep. Kevin McCarthy’s, R-Calif., bid for speaker Monday. Gingrich launched the salvo against McCarthy’s opponents during a Monday appearance on Fox & Friends, saying the…
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The 118th Congress convenes for the first time on Tuesday at noon. ‘Opening day’ in Congress is always full of pageantry. Lawmakers pour into the Capitol with their families from all over the country. Toddlers and…
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The 118th Congress convenes for the first time on Tuesday at noon. ‘Opening day’ in Congress is always full of pageantry. Lawmakers pour into the Capitol with their families from all over the country. Toddlers and…
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Some House Republicans concerned McCarthy speakership would continue ‘past and ongoing Republican failures’
Prospective House Speaker Kevin McCarthy is still tussling with some members of his party who are concerned electing him to be speaker would be a ‘continuation of past and ongoing Republican failures.’ Last week, the…