Kevin McCarthy, former Republican House Speaker, acknowledged his "respect" for Vice President Kamala Harris during the election certification process.
The certification, which recognized Donald Trump as the winner, was significantly different from the 2020 certification marked by chaos.
McCarthy praised Harris' professionalism, stating, "It was tough, and she was professional about it."
Harris described the event as a peaceful transfer of power, highlighting the importance of unity in governance.
The certification places Harris among a select group of vice presidents who have certified electoral defeats, a unique historical aspect she navigated gracefully.