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David Kurtz is TPM's executive editor and Washington Bureau chief. He oversees the news operations of TPM.
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Some (Small) Movement
The 12th ballot for speaker is underway, and Kevin McCarthy has already picked up a few new votes. That’s the first movement toward McCarthy in a couple of days. It doesn’t appear at this point to be a wholesale capitulation by McCarthy foes. But if you’re following closely for a sign of a shift, there’s a few so far. Check it out.
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