House Democrats left reeling after shock defections

<p>House Democrats were left stunned and pointing fingers Tuesday after a pair of <a href="https://www.axios.com/2025/11/05/jared-golden-retiring-2026-house-democrats-maine" target="_blank">centrist lawmakers</a> unexpectedly helped Republican leadership pass a key procedural vote.</p><p><strong>Why it matters: </strong>The result underscored how little control House Democratic leadership enjoys over some of its more independent-minded members even at crucial moments.</p><hr><ul><li>The two cent

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