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Understanding the House of Representatives
Learn about the House of Representatives, one of two chambers in Congress, with 435 seats allocated based on state population. Discover the roles of the Speaker of the House, Majority Leader, and Minority Leader, as well as the...
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Speaker of the House
As the head of the House of Representatives, the Speaker of the House is one of the most important roles in the United States government.
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Speaker of the House
As the head of the House of Representatives, the Speaker of the House is one of the most important roles in the United States government.
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Congressional Whip
A Congressional Whip works with the party’s leadership in Congress to make sure everyone follows the agenda and votes together. They’re the muscle – the enforcer in a smart suit.
Bloomberg
McCarthy: I Will Not Run for Speaker Again
Republican Kevin McCarthy says he won't run again for Speaker of the House of Representatives. He spoke to reporters in Washington following a vote to oust him as Speaker.
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Rep. Buddy Carter on Congressional Priorities
Republican Representative of Georgia, Buddy Carter, discusses the next steps for Congress now that Rep. Mike Johnson is Speaker of the House. Rep. Carter talks about whether or not he will vote for a continuing resolution, the threat of...
Bloomberg
Speaker Johnson Meets With Biden
Bloomberg's Megan Scully and Gregory Korte discuss Speaker Johnson's first full day as Speaker of the House and meeting with President Biden. They also talk about what the relationship between Speaker Johnson and President Biden may look...
Bloomberg
Speaker Johnson's To-Do List
Bloomberg's Kate Ackley and Nancy Cook discuss Speaker Johnson's possible next steps in Congress as he spoke briefly on a continuing resolution with conditions, though those conditions a bit unclear. They also talk about the dynamic...
Bloomberg
Rep. Mike Johnson Elected Speaker of the House
Bloomberg's Laura Davison and Julie Fine discuss Rep. Mike Johnson of Louisiana elected as Speaker of the House. They gives their insights on what's next for Speaker Johnson and the challenges waiting for him such as Israel and Ukraine...
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'Fatigue Set In:' Sparks on Johnson Elected as Speaker
Matt Sparks, Republican Strategist and Former Deputy Chief of Staff to Speaker Kevin McCarthy, gives his insights on Rep. Mike Johnson being elected as Speaker of the House, and discusses how his lack of leadership position in Congress...
Bloomberg
Who Can Bring GOP Together?: Rep. Hill on Speaker Deadlock
Republican Representative of Arkansas, French Hill, talks about what is expected to happen tonight as the House GOP Caucus meets with the nine candidates for Speaker of the House. Rep. Hill also gives his remarks on whether or not...
Bloomberg
House in Chaos Over Speaker Turmoil
Bloomberg's Peggy Collins and Nick Wadhams discuss the latest on the battle for Speaker of the House as a third vote for Rep. Jim Jordan is expected after talks of extending the powers of Speaker Pro Tempore Patrick McHenry stall. They...
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Speaker Pro Tempore McHenry 'Actually Should Act:' Rep. LaLota on Speaker Battle
Republican Representative of New York, Nick LaLota, discusses Rep. Jim Jordan (R) Ohio not securing the votes needed to become Speaker of the House for a second time, and gives his remarks on why Speaker Pro Tempore Patrick McHenry...
Bloomberg
Need to Get Stuff Done: Rep. LaMalfa on Speaker Battle
Republican Representative of California, Doug LaMalfa, discusses his support for Rep. Jim Jordan to become Speaker of the House amid Jordan not securing enough votes during the second round of voting. Rep. LaMalfa also gives his remarks...
Bloomberg
No Speaker Elected on First Vote
Bloomberg's Wendy Benjaminson and Jordan Fabian discuss Rep. Jim Jordan (R) Ohio failing to receive the votes needed to become Speaker in the first vote and the potential consequences of multiple voting rounds. They also give their...
Bloomberg
Biden to Potentially Visit Israel
Bloomberg's Akayla Gardner and Jonathan Tamari discuss the latest news on the Israel-Hamas War, and give their insights on President Biden potentially visiting Israel during this time and what a meeting with Biden and Israel Prime...
Bloomberg
Jim Jordan Has Some Work to Do: Rep. Huizenga on Speaker Nomination
Republican Representative of Michigan, Bill Huizenga, discusses the House GOP voting today for Rep. Jim Jordan of Ohio as their nominee for Speaker. He gives his insights on whether or not Rep. Jordan will get the 217 votes needed to be...
Bloomberg
PIMCO's Cantrill on Markets Reaction to Speakership Drama
PIMCO's Head of US Public Policy & Managing Director, Libby Cantrill, discusses the markets reaction to the on-going Speaker of the House drama as the US government enters another week with no Speaker. Cantrill talks about whether House...
Bloomberg
Clock is Ticking: Rep. McCaul on Speakership, Aid to Israel
Republican Representative of Texas, Michael McCaul, discusses the battle for Speaker of the House as Rep. Steve Scalise did not get the 217 votes needed to secure the position. Rep. McCaul gives his insight on why he believes no...
Bloomberg
Scalise Will be Speaker: Rep. Steil
Republican Representative Bryan Steil, from Wisconsin, discusses the House Conference's vote earlier today to nominate Louisiana Representative Steve Scalise as Speaker of the House. Rep. Steil gives his insight as to whether or not he...
Bloomberg
Republicans Nominate Scalise of Louisiana to Be Speaker
Republicans voted behind closed doors to nominate Steve Scalise of Louisiana to be the next US House speaker, succeeding Kevin McCarthy who was deposed by party hardliners last week. Kailey Leinz reports on "Bloomberg Markets."
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Israel Builds Up Forces Near Gaza
Bloomberg's Wendy Benjaminson and Dan Flatley give their insights on how Israel will be able to rescue hostages while also waging war on Hamas. They also discuss whether or not Iran had any involvement in these surprise attacks over the...
Bloomberg
The Federal Deficit (Debate) Is Out of Control
Too much federal spending is at the core of what Congress is fighting over. It's one of the main arguments conservative Republicans used when the government almost shut down in September and for ousting Kevin McCarthy as Speaker.
But...
Bloomberg
House in Chaos Amid Speaker Showdown
Bloomberg's Megan Scully and Jonathan Tamari discuss the latest on the House of Representative as House Republicans must now choose a new Speaker. They give their insights on whether or not the House will be able to have a new Speaker...