Posted on Oct 8, 2023

Interim Speaker McHenry effectively powerless on Israel matters, experts say

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"...as an unelected Speaker Pro Tempore, Rep. Patrick McHenry is effectively powerless on the matter. Per House rules, the interim speaker can only act on matters that relate to the election of a new Speaker: gavel in, gavel out, and preside."

Interim Speaker McHenry effectively powerless on Israel matters, experts say

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Interim Speaker McHenry effectively powerless on Israel matters, experts say

Interim Speaker McHenry effectively powerless on Israel matters, experts say

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