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[–] 9 points 22 hours ago (1 child)

This doesn't exactly make sense...

Did they let people who are almost out office vote? Did the few incoming Republicans get to vote?

It's just weird to be doing it now.

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  • [–] 1 point 17 hours ago

    No, the leaders of both chambers are generally selected prior to the start of the new Congress, though not always this early. Kevin McCarthy wasn't actually finalized until January of 2023, though he was nominated the prior November. If there's infighting the original nomination doesn't stick.

    The present members of Congress do not select the Speaker that will lead the new Congress. The new Congress orientation is going on this week, and leader selection is part of what is happening.

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