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Some GOP McCarthy holdouts scoff at claims Trump swayed speaker vote outcome

Friday, January 13 by ABC News

(WASHINGTON) -- Moments after clinching the House speakership, Kevin McCarthy headed to the cameras to "especially thank" one person he said helped him get the gig: Donald Trump."I do want to especially thank President Trump," McCarthy told reporters. "I don't think anybody should doubt... Read More.

Here’s what House Speaker McCarthy’s chaotic election means for the economy and debt ceiling

Wednesday, January 11 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- House Speaker Kevin McCarthy, R-Calif., emerged with gavel in hand on Saturday after fierce Republican negotiations, but the concessions he made in the process have heightened concern over a potential economic crisis later this year.The empowerment of far-right House members in... Read More.

What the House Republicans’ new rules change, from speaker power to spending

Tuesday, January 10 by ABC News

(WASHINGTON) -- House Republicans on Monday approved news rules for the chamber for the next two years, in the first major legislative action after the chaotic and historic process of electing Kevin McCarthy speaker.McCarthy, R-Calif., had offered multiple concessions to his GOP critics, including... Read More.

After McCarthy’s deal to become speaker, House GOP takes up new rules

Tuesday, January 10 by ABC News

(WASHINGTON) -- To secure the House speakership, California Republican Kevin McCarthy cut a sweeping deal with some of the most conservative members of his conference that included concessions he had not only vowed would be a red line but that will now significantly impact... Read More.

New Congress live updates: McCarthy flips some opponents but still set to lose 12th speaker vote

Friday, January 6 by ABC News

(WASHINGTON) -- The House Republican leadership standoff is stretching into a fourth day Friday after 11 failed votes so far to decide on a speaker over Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.Republican leader Kevin McCarthy is being stymied by a small group of hardliners. They are... Read More.

New Congress live updates: McCarthy tells GOP members no deal yet as speaker standoff enters fourth day

Friday, January 6 by ABC News

(WASHINGTON) -- The House Republican leadership standoff will stretch into a fourth day on Friday after 11 failed votes so far to decide on a speaker over Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday.Republican leader Kevin McCarthy is being stymied by a small group of hardliners. They... Read More.

New Congress live updates: GOP House speaker standoff enters fourth day as McCarthy faces twelfth vote

Friday, January 6 by ABC News

(WASHINGTON) -- The House Republican leadership standoff will stretch into a fourth day on Friday after 11 failed votes so far to decide on a speaker over Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday.Republican leader Kevin McCarthy is being stymied by a small group of hardliners. They... Read More.

The real-world consequences of not having a House speaker

Friday, January 6 by ABC News

(WASHINGTON) -- As the House barrels toward a historic fourth day of speaker deliberations, Republicans and Democrats are warning that the paralysis in the chamber is impacting their work on Capitol Hill -- and the interests of some constituents.Because the House is required to... Read More.

What is a ‘motion to vacate’ — a key sticking point in GOP speaker battle?

Thursday, January 5 by ABC News

(WASHINGTON) -- House Republican Leader Kevin McCarthy has offered a slate of concessions to rebels blocking his bid for the speakership, including making it easier to oust the speaker.A "motion to vacate the chair" is a procedure rank-and-file lawmakers can use to remove the... Read More.

Who are the alternatives to be House speaker if McCarthy withdraws? A look at possible names

Thursday, January 5 by ABC News

(WASHINGTON) -- House GOP leader Kevin McCarthy is still struggling to corral the necessary votes to become speaker as a minority of his conference puts up a series of protest nominees against him, insisting he grant their demands for more influence, reshaping how the... Read More.

New Congress live updates: House breaks ’til Friday after McCarthy makes history losing 11 speaker votes

Thursday, January 5 by ABC News

(WASHINGTON) -- The House Republican leadership standoff will stretch into a fourth day on Friday after 11 failed votes so far to decide on a speaker over Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday.Republican leader Kevin McCarthy is being stymied by a small group of hardliners. They... Read More.

New Congress live updates: McCarthy loses seventh vote in speaker standoff Day 3

Thursday, January 5 by ABC News

(WASHINGTON) -- The House Republican leadership standoff is stretching into a third day Thursday after six failed votes to decide on a speaker over Tuesday and Wednesday.Republican leader Kevin McCarthy is so far being stymied by a small group of hardliners demanding concessions or... Read More.

Stories tagged with: speaker

Some GOP McCarthy holdouts scoff at claims Trump swayed speaker vote outcome

Here’s what House Speaker McCarthy’s chaotic election means for the economy and debt ceiling

What the House Republicans’ new rules change, from speaker power to spending

After McCarthy’s deal to become speaker, House GOP takes up new rules

New Congress live updates: McCarthy flips some opponents but still set to lose 12th speaker vote

New Congress live updates: McCarthy tells GOP members no deal yet as speaker standoff enters fourth day

New Congress live updates: GOP House speaker standoff enters fourth day as McCarthy faces twelfth vote

The real-world consequences of not having a House speaker

What is a ‘motion to vacate’ — a key sticking point in GOP speaker battle?

Who are the alternatives to be House speaker if McCarthy withdraws? A look at possible names

New Congress live updates: House breaks ’til Friday after McCarthy makes history losing 11 speaker votes

New Congress live updates: McCarthy loses seventh vote in speaker standoff Day 3

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