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McCarthy swipes at Gaetz, says Musk third party would only help Democrats

WASHINGTON, D.C., JUL 16 – Kevin McCarthy warned a third party would split Republican votes and benefit Democrats while urging unity to improve competitiveness ahead of the 2026 midterm elections.

  • Former Speaker Kevin McCarthy discussed his post-congressional life and his views on the Republican Party at the Hill Nation Summit on July 16, 2025.
  • McCarthy's comments came after a prolonged dispute with Matt Gaetz, who played a key role in removing him from the speaker position in October 2023 and subsequently left the House following his November reelection.
  • McCarthy emphasized that Trump's coalition forms a new Republican Party able to address voter frustrations and warned that a third party would help Democrats win elections.
  • He acknowledged the public's disappointment over unresolved issues but emphasized that the current moment offers a new chance for progress, highlighting that the party has grown stronger and drawing parallels between Trump and Reagan.
  • The events suggest Republican leaders aim to unify their base under Trump’s coalition and discourage party fragmentation ahead of future elections.
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The Hill broke the news in Washington, United States on Wednesday, July 16, 2025.
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