The House of Representatives is still without a Speaker after Kevin McCarthy failed to garner the support for a second consecutive day.
California Republican Kevin McCarthy was unable to secure a majority in all three ballots on Wednesday, adding to the three a day prior.
In each of the three votes on Wednesday he secured just 201, which is short of the 218 required in the Republican majority House. Stream more on this story and all the latest news with Flash. 25+ news channels in 1 place. New to Flash? Try 1 month free. Offer ends 31 October, 2023 Picture: AP As an alternative, Republican Byron Donalds of Florida was put forward for the position and received 20 votes. Republican Victoria Spartz did not back a specific candidate, instead voting present.Democratic President Joe Biden urged lawmakers in the House to get their act together.Stepping out of meeting⦠Rep Matt Gaetz blisters Kevin McCarthy.
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