Republican Rep. Kiley leaves GOP, tightening Johnson's margins
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Republican Rep. Kevin Kiley left the GOP to become an Independent, narrowing Speaker Johnson's House majority.
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Republican Rep. Kevin Kiley (Calif.) announced Monday his immediate departure from the Republican Party to register as an Independent. This action narrows House Speaker Mike Johnson's (R-La.) House majority. Kiley stated he will continue to caucus with Republicans for administrative purposes, despite acknowledging his less-than-reliable voting record with the conference. He framed the switch as a response to partisanship fueled by redistricting, citing his altered California 6th District. Kiley's move impacts the Speaker's legislative agenda and his own re-election bid in a newly competitive district.
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Republican Rep. Kevin Kiley has announced his departure from the Republican Party to become an Independent.
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Republican Rep. Kevin Kiley Leaves GOP, Affecting House Majority
California Representative Kevin Kiley has announced his departure from the Republican Party to register as an independent. This move further narrows the Republican majority in the House, complicating Speaker Johnson's position.
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