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Daily Archives: January 3rd, 2023

Top Republican Kevin McCarthy’s bid for Speaker fails on first day of 118th Congress

Excerpt: McCarthy came up short three times, a sign that Republican have brought chaos rather than control to the House. The defection of twenty far-right Republicans not only blocked McCarthy from the Speaker’s chair but prevented the House from organizing.
Written by:Joel Connelly
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Senator Patty Murray sworn in as the first woman U.S. Senate President Pro Tempore

Excerpt: Washington's senior U.S. Senator has begun her sixth term. She's also assuming two new important responsibilities: U.S. Senate President Pro Tempore and Appropriations Chair.
Written by:Andrew Villeneuve
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