The magic minute, or leadership minute, is a custom in the United States House of Representatives that allows party leaders to speak for as long as they wish, in contrast with other members, who have to adhere to strict time limits. The convention was notably used by Nancy Pelosi, Kevin McCarthy, and Hakeem Jeffries in 2018, 2021, and 2025 respectively, to speak for records of over eight hours.
The magic minute, or leadership minute, is a custom in the United States House of Representatives that allows party leaders to speak for as long as they wish, in contrast with other members, who have to adhere to strict time limits. The convention was notably used by Nancy Pelosi, Kevin McCarthy, and Hakeem Jeffries in 2018, 2021, and 2025 respectively, to speak for records of over eight hours.
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