GOP Remains Deadlocked Over Speaker Selection as Pro Tempore McHenry Carefully Manages House
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House Speaker pro tempore Patrick McHenry is carefully managing House procedures as Republicans remain gridlocked in selecting a new Speaker.
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Some Republicans want McHenry to take on more powers to allow legislative business during the impasse, like a resolution supporting Israel.
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A group of GOP centrists is drafting a resolution to formally give McHenry power to advance bills for up to 90 days.
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Hardliners and Democrats oppose expanding McHenry's role, wanting to stay focused on electing a Speaker.
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Experts say House precedent allows a majority vote to empower the pro tempore role, but many are wary of setting a new standard.