Congress Speaker Explainer
FILE – The chamber of the House of Representatives is seen at the Capitol in Washington, Feb. 28, 2022. The House will convene Tuesday, Jan. 3, 2023, to elect a speaker for the new Congress. The majority of the Republican conference plans to nominate Kevin McCarthy to lead them as they take over control of the chamber. Many are skeptical that McCarthy will reach a majority to become speaker on the first ballot. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite, File)