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We need to balk about Kevin: Congress opens in chaos

The Intelligence from The Economist

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Turmoil in the Speaker's Race

This chapter explores the tumultuous election process for House Speaker, focusing on Kevin McCarthy's struggle to secure enough votes amid internal party tensions. It analyzes the challenges he faces from the Freedom Caucus, the historic nature of the current situation, and the potential implications for Congress moving forward.

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