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November 10, 2022

When will the new Congress convene for the first time?

The Constitution mandates that a new Congress convene on the same date in January following either the November midterm or presidential elections.

November 10, 2022

Border congressman tells Democrats: 'Listen to people like myself' as party fights to keep House control

Newly re-elected Democrat Rep. Henry Cuellar touted his congressional win and how being a moderate within the Democratic Party has given him an advantage in Congress.

November 10, 2022

Republicans scramble to claim leadership posts even as House remains toss-up

Republicans are already launching campaigns to claim leadership positions in the House of Representatives, despite the chamber still being up in the air.

November 10, 2022

Paul Ryan blames disappointing GOP election results on 'Trump hangover'

Former House Speaker Paul Ryan, R-Wis., shares his thoughts on the 2022 midterm elections and blames former President Donald Trump for disappointing GOP losses.

November 10, 2022

Pelosi 'in the driver's seat' if she wants to stay as top Dem in House after strong midterms, experts say

Democratic strategists and political expertss say House Speaker Nancy Pelosi could power her way to another term atop her conference after the midterms.

November 9, 2022

Steve Scalise pledges support for Kevin McCarthy as House Speaker if GOP flips chamber: 'He'll win'

U.S. Rep. Steve Scalise said pledged to vote for House Kevin McCarthy for the House speakership if the GOP flips the chamber and will not compete against him.

November 9, 2022

Michigan voters elect Republican John James to US House in newly created 10th District

GOP candidate John James has been elected to the U.S. House in Michigan's newly created 10th Congressional District, beating Democratic challenger Carl Marlinga.

November 9, 2022

Democrats take Pennsylvania House seat held by Conor Lamb after big-money race

Democrats managed to hold on to the highly contested House seat in Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District after candidate Jeremy Shaffer lost in the midterm election.

November 9, 2022

McCarthy officially announces speaker run, making case to fellow Republicans after midterms miss expectations

In a letter Wednesday, House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy made his case to fellow Republicans in the chamber about why he should be the next speaker.

November 9, 2022

'Squad'-backed Summer Lee projected winner in Pennsylvania contest

Democrat Summer Lee projected to win her House race against Republican opponent Mike Doyle.