Congress is finally able to get to work after Republicans elected Kevin McCarthy to speaker of the House over four days and 15 ballots. NBC News’ Julie Tsirkin explains lawmakers’ top legislative priorities and how the dayslong leadership battle could impact the GOP over the next two years. Jan. 9, 2023
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