Steve HermanJan 7, 2023
"That was easy, huh? I never thought I would get up here," begins Kevin McCarthy.
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"I promise our debates will be passionate, but they will never be personal," McCarthy tells Jeffries.
Show threadSteve HermanJan 7, 2023
"Our very first bill will be to repeal the funding for 87,000 IRS agents," promises McCarthy.
Show threadSteve HermanJan 7, 2023
We will create a bipartisan select committee on #China to win this economic competition, adds McCarthy.
Show threadSteve HermanJan 7, 2023
"One of our very first hearings will be held on the Southern border," announces House Speaker McCarthy. "We must secure our border."
Show threadSteve HermanJan 7, 2023
"As a Congress we can only operate if we cooperate," McCarthy tells lawmakers. "My door will be open. I would like you to come by."
Show threadSteve HermanJan 7, 2023
"I hope one thing is clear after this week. I never give up," says incoming House Speaker Kevin McCarthy after 15 votes to get the gavel.
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All members of the 118th Congress are now sworn in.
Jan 7, 2023 at 6:41amWeb
Show threadNotActuallyTedDeckerJan 7, 2023
@w7voa this is the longest it has taken it in my memory. I hope the #history books ask me my thoughts.
Show threadGroovy TasiaJan 7, 2023
@NotActuallyTedDecker @w7voa I think so but maybe it's just because it's so late and everyone is sleepy 😴
Show threadNotActuallyTedDeckerJan 7, 2023
@Groovytasia @w7voa maybe they now know what #work feels like.
Show threadWesDymJan 7, 2023
@w7voa Even Santos?
Show threadheffaJan 7, 2023
@wesdym @w7voa especially Santos.
Show threadTim BoardJan 7, 2023
@w7voa
As a kid, I remember I used to have awe and respect for this group. Now I see a bunch of people who are full of hate, racism, and hunger for power. the other half is trying to fight thru that. Sad. #ClownShow