Kevin McCarthy’s departure as U.S. House Speaker has ignited global apprehension, especially with the U.S. approaching a presidential election. McCarthy fell from grace due to internal party conflict. He won’t run for Speaker again but plans to stay in Congress. Patrick McHenry is now the interim Speaker. A vote of 216 to 210 led to […]
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