Part 4/6:
The Mechanics of Vote Swapping
Joe Mathieu, a cohost on "Bloomberg Balance of Power," provided insight into the procedural aspects of congressional voting dynamics. The first ballot had been completed even as the tally indicated Johnson did not initially have the requisite votes. This development hinted at a strategy where members remained poised, a unique situation crafted to avoid a protracted voting process.
Mathieu pointed out that the specifics concerning what promises were made or what deals were struck remain nebulous. However, there is speculation that agreements were initiated regarding a 36-page rules package, signifying how the House would operate moving forward, including legislative processes and committee chair assignments.