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House passes controversial rules package with only one Republican opposing

Representative Tony Gonzales of Texas opposes it

The Independent UK

House rules changes breeze through the chamber following a bitter speaker fight

The House voted Monday on a new rules package that contains key concessions to the most conservative wing of the party.

WEKU

Stop blaming firearms for society’s problems

Sure, more can be done to protect lives when it comes to gun violence, but the answer is not to remove the guns. Look around at what society has become and try to fix the problems. Don’t blame an inanimate object.

Chicago Sun-Times

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Lauren Boebert sugarcoats House speaker vote chaos, calling it her ‘most productive week in Congress’

Ms Boebert and other Republicans are spinning the drawn-out speakership fight as a win for democracy

The Independent UK

Having elected House speaker, Republicans try governing

Electing the House speaker may have been the easy part

The Independent UK

Did the House Rebellion Against Kevin McCarthy Have an Upside?

Plus: a lightning round recollection of comical political fabulists

Reason

Gaetz earns most-hated status in GOP even as he gains house sway

Representative Matt Gaetz is emerging from last week’s bitter speaker fight as the member of Congress everyone in Washington loves to hate.

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VIDEO FOR YOU: House Republicans defend chaos, look ahead

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The Independent UK

How Republicans are transforming the House in the majority

Lawmakers no longer have to walk through metal detectors before gaining access to the House floor

The Independent UK

Rep. Arrington gets Steering Committee nod for House Budget gavel - Roll Call

Texas GOP Rep. Jodey C. Arrington is poised to become the next House Budget chair, after the Republican Steering Committee recommended him.

Roll Call

Marjorie Taylor Greene locked out of Twitter after using Dr Dre song in video

Ms Greene used the Dr Dre song in a triumphant video following Kevin McCarthy’s election as House speaker

The Independent UK

Former Congressman Madison Cawthorn, denied reelection in North Carolina, moves to Florida

WASHINGTON — Former Rep. Madison Cawthorn, R-N.C., has confirmed he moved to Florida.

McClatchy Washington Bureau

Lauren Boebert attacks "unhinged" MTG

The rift between the two far-right congresswomen widened after the fight over Kevin McCarthy's speaker bid

Salon

Five things to look out for following the House GOP’s speaker chaos

Fresh off a chaotic battle for his party’s leadership, Kevin McCarthy now faces two years of wrangling an unruly caucus

The Independent UK

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House adopts rules package for the 118th Congress - Roll Call

The House adopted its rules package for the 118th Congress, allowing a single member to force a vote on ousting the speaker.

Tribune News Service

McCarthy concessions raise stakes on budget, debt limit

WASHINGTON — The deal between Speaker Kevin McCarthy and his conservative detractors lays a foundation for the massive spending cuts that some want, but also sets up a daunting challenge for GOP lawmakers who want to keep the government functioning after winning control of the House.

Roll Call

Rep. Jason Smith wins three-way contest for Ways and Means gavel - Roll Call

Rep. Jason Smith, a self-proclaimed “firebrand” preaching a populist image of the GOP, won the nomination to be Ways and Means chairman.

Salon

Boebert's "confusion" led to GOP fight

Boebert's move may have led to the standoff between Reps. Mike Rogers and Matt Gaetz

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McCarthy Era Begins As The GOP Leader Squeaks Out A House Speaker Victory

GOP leader Kevin McCarthy finally won election early Saturday morning as Speaker of the House in a historic 15-ballot battle.

Roll Call

McCarthy concessions raise stakes on budget, debt limit - Roll Call

The House Republican deal lays a foundation for the spending cuts that some want, but also a challenge to keep the government functioning.

Salon

McCarthy vows to repeal IRS funding

The proposal has little chance of passing in the Senate, but could be used as leverage by the GOP later this year

The Independent UK

McCarthy House rules package includes ban on taxpayer-funded abortion - which already exists

The Hyde amendment already prohibits federal dollars going toward abortions.

The Independent UK

Trump news - live: Trump stays silent on Brazil attack by Bolsonaro supporters mirroring Jan 6

Over a weekend of multiple posts on Truth Social, Donald Trump has remained silent regarding the attack on the Brazilian presidential palace and national Congress that mirrored the events of 6 January 2021 when supporters of the former president stormed the US Capitol.

The Independent UK

Trump news - live: Fulton County election fraud grand jury concludes probe as Trump silent on Brazil unrest

All the latest developments from Trumpworld

Reason

Finally Approved as House Speaker, McCarthy Aims To Cut IRS Funding

Plus: More documents showcase government pressure on social platforms, appeals court to reconsider ban on nonviolent felon gun ownership, and more...

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