WATCH: Kevin McCarthy Gives Speech On House Floor After Winning Speakership

House Speaker Kevin McCarthy (R-CA), delivered his first address shortly after midnight. Saturday Following the 15th round, vote for the position.

McCarthy won with 216 votes Rep. Hakeem Jeffries’ (D-NY) 211 votes because five Republican members voted “present,” McCarthy will now have a lower bar to secure the position.

“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,” McCarthy stated these words in prepared remarks. “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.”

“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,” He 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.”

KEVIN MCCARTHY (SPEAKER OF HOUSE)As prepared for delivery): You know – my father always told me: It’s not how you start, it’s how you finish. And Now, it is time to make sure that we finish strong for the American people.

If The son or grandchild of a fireman can rise to the top of the most important legislative body in the country.

And If my colleague Hakeem Jeffries His life story can be used to lead his party, then opportunity and democracy will still thrive in America.

To Leader Jeffries – there will be times we will agree and many times we will differ. I promise you that our discussions will be passionate but never personal.

And Now comes the hard part. What What we do today will influence what happens next week, next year, and the next month.

TonightI would like to speak directly with the American people.

As Speaker You can find the HouseMy ultimate responsibility is not to my conference or my party. Congress.

My responsibility – our responsibility – is to our country.

Two You voted months ago for a new direction in our country. You We are proud to be a part of your Commitment To America. And Now, we will keep our promise to all of you.

It’s a commitment for an economy that is strong – where you can fill up your tank and feed your family; where paychecks grow, not shrink.

A commitment for a nation that’s safe – where communities are protected, law enforcement is respected, and criminals are prosecuted.

A commitment for a future that is built on freedom – where children come first and are taught to dream big, because, in AmericaDreams can still come true

A commitment for a government that is accountable – where Americans Get the answers you need and deserve.

Our System is built on checks & balances. It’s time for us to be the check and provide some balance to the President’s policies.

There It is important to make it possible. American Families should live and enjoy the life they deserve.

That This is why we pledge to stop being wasteful Washington Spending to lower the cost of groceries and gas, as well as housing, and to end the rising national debt.

We We will reduce the regulatory burden, lower energy prices for families, and create well-paid jobs for workers by releasing reliable, abundant energy. American-made energy.

Our First bill will end funding for 87,000 new IRS agents. Because The government should be there for you and not to chase you.

We’re going to pass bills to fix the nation’s urgent challenges – from the wide open southern border to America-Last Energy policies to wake indoctrination at our schools.

We We will also address America’s long-term challenges: the debt and the Chinese Communist Party. Congress must speak with one voice on both these issues.

That We will eliminate wasteful spending. Washington spending! From If a federal bureaucrat is interested in spending it, they will now come before this institution and defend it.

As For the Chinese Communist PartyWe will create a bipartisan government Select Committee On China We will be looking into how to bring back the hundreds of thousands of jobs lost. China You can win the economic competition

Speaking of committees – we will hold the Swamp accountable – from the withdrawal from Afghanistan From the origins COVID through to the weaponization FBI.

We To accomplish the task, he will use the power and subpoena of the purse.

This is something we should all agree on – we will stand up and speak out for The backbone of our economy: the hardworking taxpayers.

It’s nighttime here in Washington… but in some ways, it’s also a new beginning, a fresh start.

My friends – this chamber is now fully open for all Americans.

From the Committee Room To this FloorWe commit to pursue truth passionately and to embrace debate. No

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