1 big thing

McCarthy’s scramble for House speakership


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The new Republican-led House will vote for a speaker today. But even after offering concessions, Rep. Kevin McCarthy still doesn't seem to have the support he needs from his fellow lawmakers to take the spot.

  • Plus, the economic outlook for 2023.
  • And, new state laws on wages and on marijuana.
  • Guests: Axios' Neil Irwin and Alayna Treene.

    Credits: Axios Today is produced by Niala Boodhoo, Sara Kehaulani Goo, Alexandra Botti, Fonda Mwangi and Alex Sugiura. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at [email protected]. You can text questions, comments and story ideas to Niala as a text or voice memo to 202-918-4893.

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