Paul Ryan Re-Elected Speaker Of The House
WASHINGTON (CNN) -- Paul Ryan was easily re-elected Speaker of the House, following a vote in the chamber Tuesday.
Ryan says he looks forward to the year ahead and is thankful for the opportunity to serve.
This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. The people have given us unified government. Now we must reach for that brighter horizon.
— Paul Ryan (@SpeakerRyan) January 3, 2017
He was widely expected to keep his position following his re-election last year in the House Republican conference.
I want to say to the American people: We hear you. We will do right by you. And we will deliver.
— Paul Ryan (@SpeakerRyan) January 3, 2017
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