US House Speaker Kevin McCarthy has been voted out of his role, 216-210, marking the first time in US history that a Speaker has been ousted by a vote, AP News reports.
This development, instigated by far-right conservatives, has thrown the Republican leadership into chaos as there is no clear successor to lead the House Republican majority.
McCarthy announced that he will not seek re-election as Speaker, leaving the position open for new leadership.
This vote to oust McCarthy follows his decision to collaborate with Democrats to prevent a government shutdown.
