Gabe Amo Sworn in as Rhode Island's First Black Congressman

Amo's Presence in the House Narrows Republican Majority Ahead of Government Shutdown Deadline

Gabe Amo, the first Black representative from Rhode Island, was sworn into Congress, filling the seat of former Rep. David Cicilline.
Amo's swearing-in brings the total number of lawmakers in the House to 434, with 221 Republicans and 213 Democrats.
Amo's first major vote could be on a continuing resolution to extend government funding through the holiday season, until Jan. 19.
Amo has been assigned to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, one of the same committees that his predecessor, former representative David Cicilline, served on.
Amo's presence in the House narrows the Republican leader’s majority to just three votes, posing a challenge ahead of the looming government shutdown deadline.