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How Congress will certify Trump's electoral college victory on Jan. 6

The congressional joint session to count electoral votes is expected to be much less eventful than the certification four years ago.

Florida Politics · 10h

How will Congress certify Donald Trump’s victory?

The Constitution requires Congress to meet and count the electoral votes. If there is a tie, then the House decides the presidency, with each congressional delegation having one vote. The presiding officer opens and presents the certificates of the electoral votes in alphabetical order of the states.

USA Today · 12h

Congress readies a no-drama certification of Trump's win, 4 years after the Capitol riot

Monday's meeting to certify the election comes amid efforts by President-elect Trump to downplay the Jan. 6, 2021, Capitol insurrection.

Live Mint on MSN · 3h

Donald Trump's inauguration: What happens when Congress meets for electoral vote certification on January 6?

The congressional joint session on January 6 is the final step in counting and validating the Electoral College votes in a presidential election. Here's what to expect.

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CBS News · 15h

Mike Johnson wins reelection as House speaker in dramatic vote to open new Congress

House Speaker Mike Johnson appeared headed for defeat before two Republicans switched their vote, delivering him a majority.

The Washington Post · 1d

The Latest: Mike Johnson's bid to remain House speaker at risk as 119th Congress begins

When the 119th Congress is sworn in Friday, House Speaker Mike Johnson will fight for his political life — again. While the Louisiana Republican has the support of President-elect Donald Trump, it will be House Republicans who will decide whether to reelect him to his post as speaker of the House.

RealClearPolitics · 1d

Watch Live: 119th Congress Begins As House Votes For Speaker

The 119th Congress will begin Friday at noon as the House votes on whether to keep Republican Mike Johnson as Speaker. With the narrowest majority in more than 100 years, Johnson can only afford to lose one or two Republican votes.

The Gleaner (Henderson, KY) on MSN1d

Vice President Kamala Harris Swears in New Members of Congress

When Vice President Kamala Harris arrives at the Capitol on Friday to swear-in the new class of Senators, many of the smiling ...

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Latest on the new Congress and Trump’s presidential transition

Mike Johnson won the House speakership on Friday and is set to lead efforts to implement President-elect Donald Trump’s agenda in the chamber. Follow for live updates.

Vice President Kamala Harris appears to flub Pledge of Allegiance in latest gaffe

Vice President Kamala Harris appeared to botch the pledge of allegiance as the Senate was sworn in for the 119th Congress.

1don MSN

What to expect as the 119th Congress is sworn in amid speakership uncertainty

The 119th Congress convenes Friday with a huge shift of power in Washington as the GOP takes control of both chambers ahead of Donald Trump's inauguration.

Politifact1d

The 119th Congress: What to know about House, Senate majorities and what it means for Trump's plans

Rep. Mike Johnson, R-La., was reelected House speaker on Jan. 3., receiving the bare minimum, 218 votes. Sen. John Thune, R-S.D., was selected by his Republican colleagues as the Senate’s new majority ...

Who represents you? Here are the demographics of the new US Congress

Friday marks the start of the 119th United States Congress as new members are scheduled to be sworn in on Capitol Hill. As ...

Biden's final actions as president leave some transgender people feeling unsupported

Some transgender people worry President Joe Biden did not do enough to shield them from the torrent of Trump policies to come ...

Bill to expand Social Security to millions of Americans reaches President Biden's desk

The Social Security Fairness Act is expected to be signed Monday, according to advocates for police and firefighters.

Scripps News on MSN1d

The 119th Congress features several trailblazers

The 119 th Congress is full of firsts. Democrat Sarah McBride, who represents Delaware, is the first transgender member of ...

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Here’s what Congress’s first day will look like

The 119th Congress kicks off Friday as lawmakers return to Washington with a long January to-do list and a packed first day.

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