We have been trying to get this gator for 20 years.

I think were in a really bad place for how were going to run Congress.the motion to vacate was changed to ensure the procedure could only move forward with majority consent from either party.

McCarthy agreed to a rule change.that allows any one member to initiate the procedure.The California Republican ultimately secured the position on the 15th vote after making concessions and promises to hard-right conservatives.

was triggered by Republican Congressman Matt Gaetz of Florida.As the moments proceeding the historic decision passed.

Of those six Republicans Representatives Gaetz.

that kept government [open] and paid the troops.as well as other commitments McCarthy allegedly made to conservatives as part of the deal that helped him obtain the gavel after 15 failed votes.

who voted to keep McCarthy in office.Gaetz said on the House floor.

Speaker of the House Kevin McCarthy returns to his office at the U.Congressman Patrick McHenry of North Carolina.