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Here's what House rules say about Trump serving as speaker of the House — and why they might not matter

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Can the House pass legislation without an elected speaker? Why the answer is unclear

After Rep. Kevin McCarthy was ousted as speaker of the House, people online are wondering if legislation is at a standstill. Here’s what we can VERIFY.
Social Security

Yes, Social Security can require recipients to return overpaid benefits

Social Security sends overpayment notices in the mail to people who receive more money in benefits than they should have. Here’s what recipients should know.
Government

No, the speaker of the House does not have to be from the majority party

The speaker of the House can technically be anybody – as long as they are nominated and receive a majority of votes by House members.
Social Security

Yes, Social Security can require recipients to return overpaid benefits

Social Security sends overpayment notices to people who receive more in benefits than they should have been paid. This is more common within the SSI program.
Government

No, the shutdown deal did not include a pay raise for Congress

The 45-day spending agreement to avoid a government shutdown was amended to specifically prevent members of Congress from receiving cost-of-living increases.
Government

5 Fast Facts about the speaker of the House

On Oct. 3, the House of Representatives ousted Rep. Kevin McCarthy (R-Calif.) as speaker. Here’s what we can VERIFY about the leadership position.
Government

No, the Oct. 4 emergency alert test won’t damage devices

FEMA's nationwide emergency alert test is not new nor does it force devices to connect with or send information to the government.
Health

Yes, the FDA is considering a ban on menthol cigarette sales

The FDA has been working toward a menthol cigarette ban since 2009, over the course of three presidential administrations.
Immigration

Driver’s licenses and IDs don’t allow undocumented immigrants to vote in federal elections

Several VERIFY readers asked if undocumented immigrants receive ID cards or driver’s licenses, and whether they can vote as a result. Here’s what we found.
Immigration

Undocumented immigrants don’t get driver’s licenses when they cross the border

VERIFY explains how undocumented immigrants can receive driver’s licenses in some states and whether this makes them eligible to vote.
Money

Whether you can stay anonymous after winning the Powerball or Mega Millions jackpot depends on where you bought the ticket

State laws determine the rules regarding anonymity for winners. These 17 states allow you to not reveal your identity publicly.

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Here's what House rules say about Trump serving as speaker of the House — and why they might not matter

Can the House pass legislation without an elected speaker? Why the answer is unclear

Yes, Social Security can require recipients to return overpaid benefits

No, the speaker of the House does not have to be from the majority party

Yes, Social Security can require recipients to return overpaid benefits

No, the shutdown deal did not include a pay raise for Congress

5 Fast Facts about the speaker of the House

No, the Oct. 4 emergency alert test won’t damage devices

Yes, the FDA is considering a ban on menthol cigarette sales

Driver’s licenses and IDs don’t allow undocumented immigrants to vote in federal elections

Undocumented immigrants don’t get driver’s licenses when they cross the border

Whether you can stay anonymous after winning the Powerball or Mega Millions jackpot depends on where you bought the ticket

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