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In a historic vote, House Speaker Kevin McCarthy has been removed from his leadership position.
The House of Representatives voted on Tuesday to oust California Republican Kevin McCarthy from his role as House Speaker. The aftermath of McCarthy’s removal leaves a void in leadership, with the House now facing the task of selecting a new Speaker.
The Gateway Pundit previously reported that the House of Representatives voted 216-210 to oust McCarthy, marking the first time in U.S. history that a Speaker has been voted out of office. A few conservatives joined Democrats in voting to remove him, and seven members were absent.
McCarthy is the shortest-serving speaker since 1876.
The 216-210 vote to remove McCarthy was spearheaded by Florida Republican Rep.
