Gaetz: Losing Congress seat for ousting McCarthy is ‘absolutely’ worth it.
OAN’s Brooke Mallory
3:51 PM – Sunday, October 8, 2023
According to Rep. Matt Gaetz, who spearheaded the effort to oust former Speaker Kevin McCarthy from the top leadership position last week, said it would be absolutely worth it for him to lose his own seat in Congress due to his recent efforts.
“Absolutely,” Gaetz (R-Fla.) said when NBC’s Kristen Welker asked him if the effort to oust McCarthy (R-Calif.) was worth it. “Look, I am here to fight for my constituents. And I’m here to ensure that America is not on a path to financial ruin.”
Gaetz played a key role in McCarthy’s removal from the Speaker’s position last week.
He had been threatening to do so for months due to McCarthy’s arrangement with Democrats to prevent a government shutdown and because of McCarthy’s advocacy of continuous funding for Ukraine.
“The reason Kevin McCarthy went down today is because nobody trusts Kevin McCarthy,” said Gaetz after the vote.
McCarthy was the first Speaker in American history to be removed when eight Republicans, combined with the majority of Democrats, voted him out. Now, a House GOP meeting is reportedly scheduled to elect a new speaker this week.
Despite the fact that McCarthy won the Speakership election in January after 15 rounds of voting over five days, Gaetz projected that the selection process would not take a week this time.
He also said that the idea suggested by some Republicans to have him removed from Congress was “crazy,” adding that he had received roughly 70% of the vote in his area to be elected.
“Not only do we have a clear replacement, we have two. We have two men who are incredibly respected,” Gaetz responded, possibly referring to GOP Reps. Jim Jordan (R-Ohio) and Steve Scalise (R-La.)
However, Gaetz refrained from specifically naming or endorsing any candidate on Sunday.
Since then, Jordan and Scalise have both expressed a willingness to take over as Speaker of the House, while McCarthy has insisted that he will no longer compete for the role.
Rep. Patrick McHenry (R-N.C.), who was appointed by McCarthy himself, is currently serving as the temporary Speaker of the House until a new speaker is named.
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Who are the two individuals who have expressed their willingness to step in as Speaker of the House following McCarthy’s removal, according to Rep. Gaetz?
The Fall of Kevin McCarthy: Gaetz’s Victory and the Search for a New Speaker
In a surprising turn of events, Rep. Matt Gaetz has emerged as a key figure in the ousting of former Speaker Kevin McCarthy from his position of power. Gaetz, who spearheaded the effort, stated that losing his own seat in Congress would be “absolutely” worth it due to his recent endeavors. Gaetz’s determination and outspokenness have captured the attention of the nation.
Amidst controversy and growing discontent within the Republican party, Gaetz led the charge against McCarthy, citing a lack of trust and failure to protect America from financial ruin as the primary reasons for his actions. Gaetz’s strong commitment to fighting for his constituents has resonated with many, and he believes that removing McCarthy was a necessary step in safeguarding the nation’s future.
McCarthy’s removal from the Speaker’s position was unprecedented in American history. Eight Republicans, along with a majority of Democrats, voted to remove him. This political upheaval has created a power vacuum that needs to be filled. A House GOP meeting has been scheduled to elect a new speaker, and the selection process is expected to be swift.
Gaetz expressed confidence in finding a suitable replacement for McCarthy, stating that there are two highly respected individuals ready to step in. Although he did not name or endorse anyone specifically, GOP Reps. Jim Jordan and Steve Scalise have both expressed their willingness to take on the role of Speaker of the House. McCarthy, on the other hand, has made it clear that he will no longer compete for the position.
For the time being, Rep. Patrick McHenry is serving as the temporary Speaker of the House. However, the search for a long-term replacement is underway, and the outcome will undoubtedly shape the future of the Republican party and American politics as a whole.
Gaetz’s influence and determination cannot be understated. Despite some Republicans suggesting his removal from Congress, Gaetz remains confident in his standing with his constituents. He reminded everyone that he had received approximately 70% of the vote in his area during the election, dismissing the idea of his removal as “crazy.”
The fight is not over, and Gaetz’s message resonates with those who believe in his vision for the future. As the search for a new speaker unfolds, it is a critical time for the Republican party to unite and select a leader who can restore faith and trust. Gaetz’s victory in removing McCarthy marks a turning point in American politics, and the nation awaits the next chapter in this unfolding drama.
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