Jeffries Calls for Bipartisanship Hours Before McCarthy's Speaker Defeat, Floats Carrots to Gain Enough Republican Support for Deal

Hours before Rep. Kevin McCarthy's ousting as Speaker, Rep. Hakeem Jeffries called for bipartisanship to ensure Congress's ability to govern.

Jeffries could become Speaker with 5 Republicans aligning with 212 Democrats, but concessions would be needed to gain their support.

Carrots to attract Republican support could include choice committee assignments, praise for courage, and bipartisan legislation.

Possible bipartisan initiatives include immigration reform, Ukraine aid, appropriations reform, voting rights, and gun safety measures.

Risks exist on both sides, but ongoing dysfunction may compel compromise for a functioning government.