Donald Trump is reportedly considering a visit to the Capitol early next week to unify the Republican party following the ousting of former Speaker Kevin McCarthy. Rep. Troy Nehls has said Trump will back Rep. Jim Jordan's candidacy for the speakership, and Jordan is seen as a favorite among the far-right Republicans. Trump's endorsement could be a decisive factor in the race for the speakership, with the House expected to vote on the new speaker on Jan. 3, 2021.
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Former House Speaker Newt Gingrich has called out the eight breakaway Republicans who voted to oust Speaker Kevin McCarthy as "traitors," causing "total chaos" and inviting negative media attention to the Republican Party. The move was led by Rep. Matt Gaetz (Fla.) and McCarthy lost the vote and then announced he wouldn't be running to get the job back. Gingrich has suggested that the eight Republicans should be "primaried," and the future of the Republican Party remains uncertain.
On Tuesday, the House of Representatives voted to oust House Speaker Kevin McCarthy (R-Calif.), leaving the chamber in a state of paralysis and increasing the odds of a government shutdown. With no clear successor, the Republican Party is now tasked with finding a new leader to take the House forward and avoid a costly budget standoff. The future of the chamber is uncertain, and the party will need to find a consensus soon.
The House of Representatives voted 216 to 210 to remove California Republican Kevin McCarthy from his position as House Speaker, the first time a Speaker has been ousted through a vote of the full House in the middle of a congressional term. This comes after McCarthy reached an 11th-hour deal to avert a government shutdown with the help of House Democrats, but a faction of his own party forced his ouster. It is unclear who will take his place as House Speaker, and the vote is a reminder of the deep divisions within the Republican Party.
House Speaker Kevin McCarthy (R-Calif.) is facing a potential ousting from his leadership post, as far-right conservatives are pushing for his removal due to his refusal to include massive spending cuts in a bill. House Democrats could be the deciding factor in the vote, as their decision to vote "present" could reduce the number of votes needed for McCarthy to keep his job. The vote will be a key indicator of the future of the Republican Party, as it will show whether far-right conservatives have enough support to overthrow the current leadership.
Senator Lindsey Graham has criticized Representative Matt Gaetz's attempt to remove House Speaker Kevin McCarthy from his seat, calling it a "disaster" for the Republican party. President Joe Biden also commented on the situation, noting that "extreme MAGA Republicans" had attempted to walk away from a deal, but were stopped. With the 2022 midterm elections looming, it remains to be seen how the Republican party will move forward in the coming months.
Seven Republican candidates will take the stage Wednesday night at the Reagan Presidential Library for the second primary debate, without former President Donald Trump who is speaking in Detroit. Moderated by CBS News' Norah O'Donnell, Major Garrett, and Nancy Cordes, the debate will be broadcast live on CBS and streamed on CBSN.
Mitch McConnell has vowed to serve out his terms as Senate Minority Leader and Kentucky Senator, despite questions about his health following two public episodes in which he froze. At a press conference Wednesday, the 81-year-old said he has no plans to step down and reassured supporters that he will remain in office for the duration of his terms. McConnell has been a key figure in the Republican Party and is expected to remain a powerful force in the Senate.