It’s official: the 118th Congress has begun and all members have been sworn in. However, the process of electing the Speaker of the House was not without its challenges. After multiple ballots, Kevin McCarthy was finally elected to the position. So, what caused the delay in McCarthy’s election? A group of 20 Republicans refused to vote for him, as they believed he was more loyal to lobbyists in Washington D.C. than to the Republican base. In order to secure their votes, McCarthy made a number of concessions. One of the most significant concessions was the inclusion of three members of … Continue reading 20 Republicans’ Courageous Stand Leads to Historic Changes in the House