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As 118th Congress convenes, leadership is undetermined

Despite multiple votes since convening in Washington this week, the House of Representatives has yet to elect a Speaker. Rep. Kevin McCarthy (R-CA) remains the leading candidate in the republican-controlled House, but has been unable to secure the necessary support. Absent a Speaker, House members-elect can’t be sworn into office, committees can’t organize and legislative work is stalled. Senate Majority Leader Schumer will continue to lead the Senate with a narrow majority of 51 democrats and 49 republicans.

Published January 6, 2023