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OC] The U.S. House of Representatives elected the Speaker of the House after 15 ballots. 1859 was the last year to require more than 15 ballots. : r/dataisbeautiful
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Speaker of the House faces political peril from member deaths and resignations – especially with a narrow majority
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31) Rep. Spartz says she abstained from voting for speaker because there needs to be more deliberations
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73) The House is back for another day of voting for a speaker. Here's what to know to get up to speed.
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