LIVE: McCarthy creeps closer to the speaker's chair

Published January 6, 2023 at 7:28 AM EST

Rep. Kevin McCarthy, R-Calif., is edging closer to victory after more rounds of voting for speaker of the House.

The House adjourned after a 13th round and will return at 10 p.m. EST, at which point Rep. Kevin McCarthy thinks he’ll have secured the handful of votes he currently needs.

Here's what we're watching:

Republicans indicated there were fresh talks about McCarthy conceding on House rules and spending limits. The GOP held a conference call this morning.
Democrats aren't budging, saying they're staying united against helping the GOP sort out the stalemate.
Remember: All other House business is stalled, which some are calling a national security threat.

ICYMI: Without a speaker, the House is without rules, so one member brought a pet to a floor vote.