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Two Democrats rescue Mike Johnson's anti-socialism resolution in stunning move

Two Democrats helped Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La., score a commanding victory Tuesday after overcoming a House GOP rebellion to advance a resolution to condemn socialism.House conservatives had threatened to tank a procedural vote, called a "rule vote," meant to unlock debate on several bills GOP leaders wanted lawmakers to vote on this week.That rebellion would have been successful if not for two moderate left-wing lawmakers coming to the GOP's rescue. It's almost unheard of for the minority party to help their political rivals pass a rule. It appears to have blindsided House Minority Leader H...

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