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Kevin McCarthy Ousted As House Speaker
Kevin McCarthy Ousted As House Speaker
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11 minutes
Released:
Oct 4, 2023
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Podcast episode
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In an unprecedented move in American politics – Bakersfield Republican Kevin McCarthy was ousted as House speaker on Tuesday. Despite this, many of McCarthy's constituents still support the embattled Congressman.
Reporter: Joshua Yeager, KVPR
Thousands of Kaiser Permanente healthcare workers in California have walked off the job, starting a three day strike. A coalition of unions representing the workers are demanding wage increases, protections against the outsourcing of jobs, and increased staffing.
Laphonza Butler was sworn in Tuesday, filling the seat of Dianne Feinstein, who died last week. It's still unclear if Butler will enter the race to fill the U.S. Senate seat.
Guest: Marisa Lagos, KQED
Reporter: Joshua Yeager, KVPR
Thousands of Kaiser Permanente healthcare workers in California have walked off the job, starting a three day strike. A coalition of unions representing the workers are demanding wage increases, protections against the outsourcing of jobs, and increased staffing.
Laphonza Butler was sworn in Tuesday, filling the seat of Dianne Feinstein, who died last week. It's still unclear if Butler will enter the race to fill the U.S. Senate seat.
Guest: Marisa Lagos, KQED
Released:
Oct 4, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode
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