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The NPR Politics Podcast

Who Wants To Be Speaker Of The House Of Representatives?

Oct 20, 2023
21:42

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Quick takeaways

  • Rep. Jim Jordan (R-Ohio) failed to win a majority of votes in the House on his third attempt to become speaker, causing a familiar impasse in Congress.
  • Susan Cole, the House reading clerk, became a viral meme during the roll call votes for Speaker of the House, showcasing her modesty and down-to-earth personality.

Deep dives

Temporary Senator Lefanza Butler decides not to run for full term

Lefanza Butler, who was appointed to fill a vacant Senate seat in California, has announced that she will not run for a full term. While she could have upended the upcoming election by running, Butler decided that it was not the right path for her. Instead, she will enjoy the benefits of being a temporary senator without the burdens of campaigning and fundraising.

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