McCarthy lost the gavel. Can anyone hold on to it?

By David Sivak

Published October 4, 2023 1:00pm ET

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McCarthy lost the gavel. Can anyone hold on to it? — Rep. Kevin McCarthy may be the first speaker to be deposed by the House, but he’s unlikely the last to stare down a conservative revolt. The California Republican, navigating a four-seat majority and a right flank out to get him, failed to end things on his terms. Despite having the overwhelming support of his conference, […]

Rep. Kevin McCarthy may be the first speaker to be deposed by the House, but he’s unlikely the last to stare down a conservative revolt.

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