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EPISODE · Oct 4, 2023 · 10 MIN

Kevin McCarthy Ousted As House Speaker

from KQED's The California Report · host KQED

In an unprecedented move in American politics – Bakersfield Republican Kevin McCarthy was ousted as House speaker on Tuesday. Despite this, many of McCarthy's constituents still support the embattled Congressman.  Reporter: Joshua Yeager, KVPR Thousands of Kaiser Permanente healthcare workers in California have walked off the job, starting a three day strike. A coalition of unions representing the workers are demanding wage increases, protections against the outsourcing of jobs, and increased staffing. Laphonza Butler was sworn in Tuesday, filling the seat of Dianne Feinstein, who died last week. It's still unclear if Butler will enter the race to fill the U.S. Senate seat. Guest: Marisa Lagos, KQED Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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