Kevin McCarthy is out. Who might replace him as speaker?
- Kevin McCarthy was removed as House speaker after a motion filed by Representative Matt Gaetz.
- The divided Republican Party is now left without a clear path forward, with McCarthy indicating he will not run again.
- The removal revealed deep divisions within the party between the political establishment and the seething base, highlighting the fight between practicality and purity.
59 Articles
59 Articles
Who will replace Kevin McCarthy as House Speaker?
WASHINGTON (Nexstar) — Republicans are left scrambling to choose a new Speaker of the House after ousting Kevin McCarthy. The problem is the party is so divided, that it’s unclear if they can unite behind a single leader. Ohio Congressman Jim Jordan says he’s the person who can unite the dueling factions of the Republican […]
Race to replace ousted House Speaker Kevin McCarthy
NEW YORK (PIX11) – The race to replace ousted House speaker Kevin McCarthy is underway. Republicans are hoping to vote on a successor by next Wednesday. In the meantime, the GOP is blaming Democrats for the chaos in Congress. New Jersey Rep. Josh Gottheimer, who is the Democratic co-chair of the problem solvers caucus, weighs in. Watch the video player for more on this story.
Kevin McCarthy Is Removed As House Speaker
Rep. Matt Gaetz' motion to oust McCarthy has historically garnered enough votes to get the job done, 'The Guardian' reports. Eight Republicans agreed with 208 Democrats that McCarthy should vacate the chair which he assumed less than a year ago.
Coverage Details
Bias Distribution
- 40% of the sources lean Left
To view factuality data please Upgrade to Premium
Ownership
To view ownership data please Upgrade to Vantage