Motion to vacate: What is the procedure to oust McCarthy, and how does it work

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After Congress narrowly avoided a government shutdown for at least 45 days last weekend, Rep. Matt Gaetz (R-FL) introduced a motion to remove House Speaker Kevin McCarthy (R-CA) from the chamber’s top leadership position.

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