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[–] 11 points 2 years ago (3 children)

No bills can be brought without a speaker, so no CRs until a speaker is elected. The temp running the show has 3 powers: He can call a recess, adjourn, and call a vote for the speaker. That’s it. No other legislation passes unless they can get off their asses and put in a speaker.

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  • [–] 2 points 2 years ago

    Which would also imply they can't bring an impeachment vote in front of the House.

    I've been saying for a while now that the best way to fight fascism (before it gets to its terrible end state) is to push them to fight each other in purity contests. This is a good example.

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  • [–] 2 points 2 years ago (2 children)

    Can the govt shutdown proceed without a speaker?

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  • [–] 6 points 2 years ago

    Yes. A government shutdown is what happens when Congress fails to pass a law that allows the federal government the necessary funds to operate. If the House is unable to pass such a law, the federal government will shut down.

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