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Jan 2023
33m 19s

A Crisis of Kevin McCarthy’s Own Making

The New York Times
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This episode contains strong language. Republicans are set to take control of the House of Representatives for the first time in four years. The transition is shaping up to be chaotic. Today, the 118th Congress will gather for the first time in the Capitol, yet there is still a question mark over who is going to be the Republican speaker of the House. Wh ... Show More
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