Rep. Jamaal Bowman (D-NY) was identified on camera of pulling the Cannon Office fire alarm to delay a vote, according to multiple reports.
      • TechyDad@lemmy.world
        2·
        1 year ago

        I think McCarthy just found out the only way to stay in power. Every time Gaetz tries to file a motion to vacate the speakership, McCarthy will just pull the fire alarm.

      • Im14abeer@midwest.socialEnglish
        12·
        1 year ago

        In session is all time not in recess. They are also protected traveling to D.C. from their home district.

      • treefrog@lemm.ee
        2·
        1 year ago

        There’s only two sessions a year. The reason the shutdown extension has to happen now is the session is about to adjourn.