Coverage dated October 12, 2023

Some want to grant temporary House speaker more power as Republican gridlock stalls Congress

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WASHINGTON (AP) — When Rep. Patrick McHenry took the House speaker’s gavel for the first time, he slammed it down with such force at adjournment that it gained viral internet attention as the defin…

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The Hill
Some want to grant temporary House speaker more power as Republican gridlock stalls Congress (opens The Hill)
Published Oct 12, 2023
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WASHINGTON (AP) — When Rep. Patrick McHenry took the House speaker’s gavel for the first time, he slammed it down with such force at adjournment that it gained viral internet attention as the defin…
Green Field Reporter
Some want to grant temporary House speaker more power as Republican gridlock stalls Congress - The Daily Reporter (opens Green Field Reporter)
Published Oct 12, 2023
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WASHINGTON (AP) — When Rep. Patrick McHenry took the House speaker’s gavel for the first time, he slammed it down with such force at adjournment that it gained viral internet attention as the defining image of a House in turmoil.
Portland Press Herald
Some want to grant temporary House speaker more power as gridlock stalls Congress (opens Portland Press Herald)
Published Oct 12, 2023
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Rep. Patrick McHenry is presiding over the House as speaker pro tempore following the unprecedented ouster of Kevin McCarthy.

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