McCarthy Officially Opens 118th Congress, Delivers First Remarks After Winning House Speaker
House Speaker Kevin McCarthy officially opened the building. 118th Congress Early Saturday morning, holding the speaker’s gavel and conducting a chamber-wide swearing-in ceremony for new members.
His After a dramatic week in which he slowly won over 20 speaking roles, he was finally elected to speakership. Republicans Those who initially didn’t support his speakership later voted for him and then switched to other members.
After McCarthy was praised for his victory in 15th and final votes “I hope one thing is clear after this week: I will never give up. I will never give up for you, the American people. And I will never give up on keeping our Commitment to America.”
“Our nation is worth fighting for,” He also added to his opening remarks.
Dean You can find the House Rep. Hal Rogers, R-Ky., swears Rep. Kevin McCarthy, R-Calif., as House Speaker On the House Floor at the U.S. Capitol In WashingtonEarly Saturday, Jan. 7, 2023.
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Upon Accepting the gavel Speaker of the House, McCarthy thanked his colleagues and shared his vision of unifying the legislative body.
“You know – my father always told me: It’s not how you start, it’s how you finish. And now we need to finish strong for the American people,” He said.
“As Speaker of the House, my ultimate responsibility is not to my party, my conference, or even our Congress. My responsibility – our responsibility – is to our country,” The Californian continued. “Two months ago, you voted for a new direction for our country. You embraced our Commitment to America. And now, we are going to keep our commitment to you.”
Newly elected Speaker United States House This is Representatives Kevin McCarthy delivers a speech shortly after he was elected to the US Senate on the 15th of November. Capitol In WashingtonDC, on January 7, 2023.
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His A warning was also included in the remarks Hakeem Jeffries, D-NY, who was selected by the chamber’s Democrats To be House Minority Leader.
“If the son of a fireman and grandchild of immigrants can rise to the highest position in the most important legislative body in the world and if my colleague Hakeem Jeffries with his life story can rise to lead his party then opportunity and democracy still thrive in America,” McCarthy stated.
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He added: “To Leader Jeffries – there will be times we will agree and many times we will differ. I promise that our debates will be passionate, but never personal. And now the hard work begins. What we do here today, next week, next month, and next year will set the tone for everything that follows.”
“Hakeem – I need to warn you: I also won 100 percent of my conference vote on this floor two years ago. So, good luck!” McCarthy made a joke of it.
Incoming House Speaker Kevin McCarthy of Calif., accepts the gavel House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries N.Y., at the House Floor at the U.S. Capitol In WashingtonEarly Saturday, Jan. 7, 2023.
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Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries After handing the gavel to the newly elected, leaves Speaker United States House This is Representatives Kevin McCarthy after he won the US election on the 15th ballot Capitol In WashingtonDC, on January 7, 2023.
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McCarthy also shared some of his priorities during this session. CongressThese included: investigating China, securing The country’s border, and attempting to eliminate some of the federal debt, which is over $31 trillion.
“We will also address America’s long-term challenges: the debt and the Chinese Communist Party. Congress must speak with one voice on both of these issues,” the House Speaker said.
He He vowed that he would build a “nation that is safe” Form a “future that is built on freedom.” McCarthy also wanted a building. “government that is accountable where Americans get the answers they want, need, and deserve.”
“Our system is built on checks and balances. It’s time for us to be the check and provide some balance to the President’s policies,” McCarthy added. “There is nothing more important than making it possible for American families to live and enjoy the lives they deserve.”
KEVIN MCCARTHY ELECTED HOUSE SPEAKER IN 15TH FLOOR VOTE AFTER DAYS OF HIGH DRAMA
He We also pledge to “stop wasteful” Washington Spend to reduce the cost of groceries, gas, cars, housing, and other necessities. rising national debt.”
Speaker You can find the House Kevin McCarthy, R-Calif., swears to the officers of House This is Representatives The House Chamber U.S. Capitol Building On Saturday, Jan. 7, 2023 Washington, DC.
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“We pledge to cut the regulatory burden, lower energy costs for families, and create good-paying jobs for workers by unleashing reliable, abundant American-made energy,” McCarthy added. “Our first bill will repeal funding for 87,000 new IRS agents. Because the government should be here to help you, not go after you.”
The Republican He also stated that he would reopen it U.S. Capitol Building, These were hidden behind additional security measures, and were mostly inaccessible by the public after the riots. Jan. 6, 2021.
“My friends – this chamber is now fully open for all Americans,” He said it, to thunderous applause Republicans. Democrats The chamber remained silent.
Incoming House Speaker Kevin McCarthy of Calif., holds on to the gavel House Floor at the U.S. Capitol In WashingtonEarly Saturday, Jan. 7, 2023.
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The Line drew applause Republican members.
Closing McCarthy’s remarks were: “Our nation is worth fighting for. Our rights are worth fighting for. Our dreams are worth fighting for. Our future is worth fighting for.”
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