The US House voted for Speaker for the 6th time Wednesday afternoon.
NEW: A sixth vote for House speaker is now beginning.
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GOP Rep. Kevin McCarthy failed to win the first five rounds.
This was the first time in 100 years that Speakership was not decided in the first vote.
Trump endorsed McCarthy and called for the Republican caucus to come together and support the California lawmaker.
Kevin McCarthy has now lost votes since Tuesday and since President Trump’s endorsement.
Rep. Kat Cammack nominated McCarthy for Speaker in the 6th House vote.
.@RepKatCammack nominates @GOPLeader Kevin McCarthy for speaker.
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Rep. Scott Perry nominated Byron Donalds for Speaker in the 6th House vote.
.@RepScottPerry nominates @RepDonaldsPress for Speaker.
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McCarthy lost the 6th vote.
The House will likely adjourn after the 6th vote.
