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Introducing Rep. James Gallagher
Rep. James Gallagher was sworn in as the 431st House member, replacing the late Rep. Doug LaMalfa. The House partisan balance is now 219-212, allowing Republicans up to three defections. Rep. Tom Kean Jr. has been absent since March, and Democrats are expected to gain two seats in special elections before September.
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