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Motion to Vacate

By JAMES MAHONEY

Balance of Power 10/03/2023

"Balance of Power" focuses on the intersection of politics and global business. On the show today, Rep. Henry Cuellar (D) Texas and Rep. Mike Lawler (R) New York discuss Kevin McCarthy being ousted as the Speaker of the House in a 216 to 210 vote. (Source: Bloomberg)