April 12, 1911, Washington D.C. – In a shocking display of backroom politics, the House of Representatives elected its standing committees today, revealing a web of alliances and power struggles that have been brewing in the nation’s capital. The minority committee selections, led by Minority Leader James R. Mann, contained some surprising combinations, hinting at a deeper game at play.
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Key Facts
- State: National
- Category: Public Corruption
- Era: Historical
- Source: Library of Congress — Chronicling America ↗
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