Ousted House Speaker Kevin McCarthy spoke to reporters on Capitol Hill moments after Rep. Tom Emmer won the Republican nomination for the speakership. Before a full vote, Emmer, who represents Minnesota’s 6th district, is working to sway colleagues who oppose his candidacy. He needs support from 217 members to become speaker.
Source: CBS Minnesota
McCarthy says House is "in a very bad place" as Emmer lacks votes to become speaker
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