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Polk Elected Speaker
- When
- December 1835
- Where
- U.S. Capitol
Polk became Speaker in December 1835, the only person to serve as both Speaker and president, following Jackson's political maneuvering.
Polk became Speaker in December 1835, the only person to serve both as Speaker and U.S. president. Jackson called in political debts to secure Polk's election at the start of the 24th Congress, assuring him that New England would support his candidacy.
Sources
- James K. Polk Wikipedia, revision of 2026-10-04
- 24th United States Congress Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-18
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