The epoch times

Nikki Haley Urges Swift Decision on Next GOP Speaker

Former U.S. Ambassador ⁤Urges ‍House Republicans to Unite and Choose New Speaker

Former ⁤U.S. ambassador to the ​United Nations and current Republican presidential candidate Nikki Haley ​has ​called on her​ colleagues in the House ​to ‍unite and choose a replacement for ousted speaker Rep. Kevin McCarthy (R-Calif.).

Initiated by Rep. Matt Gaetz (R-Fla.), Mr. McCarthy was‍ removed from his position as ⁢speaker ⁤of the ‍House in an unprecedented vote to vacate the chair​ on Oct. 3.

The vote‌ has left⁤ the⁢ House ⁢unable to conduct its⁤ normal operations as new candidates vie for​ the vacant speaker role. Rep. ‌Patrick McHenry (R-N.C.) is currently an acting replacement​ but is limited ⁢in his authority per the ​Constitution.

In an Oct. 8 edition of NBC’s “Meet the Press,” ⁣Ms. Haley stressed, “There’s no ‌time to ‌waste” in choosing Mr. McCarthy’s‍ replacement.

Ms. Haley further‍ stated her⁣ belief that going forward, there needs to be a “focus on national security,” and the many social issues⁣ facing the United States.

“We need to focus on the fact that 60 percent of Americans ​are ⁢living paycheck to paycheck, ⁣that crime ⁢is at unprecedented levels, that our children are lacking​ in reading and math, that we have an open border, and that China’s preparing for war with us,” she said.

“We need to get united. We⁣ need to focus on the issues that are facing⁣ us. And we need to do that ‍now,” Ms. Haley ‌added.

Vote to Vacate a Historic Moment

House ⁤Speaker Kevin McCarthy (R-Calif.) talks to reporters, outside his office at the U.S. Capitol in Washington on Oct. 3,​ 2023. (Mandel Ngan/AFP via Getty Images) This is the first time since⁢ the foundation of the United States in 1776 that‍ a speaker has been removed through ‌a motion to vacate.

The last recorded time the House voted to vacate‌ was in 1910, but it⁣ was unsuccessful.

In⁤ 2015, Rep. John⁢ Boehner (R-Ohio) was rumored to⁣ be facing a ⁣vote ‌to vacate, but he resigned as speaker ‌and from Congress before a motion could be brought up.

At this ⁣stage, House Republicans plan to meet to hold a speaker’s candidate forum on Oct. 10 and proceed with an election‌ in the ⁣House on Oct. 11.

(L–R) Homeland⁤ Security Committee Chairman‌ Mark Green (R-Tenn.), House Judiciary Committee Chairman‍ Jim Jordan, House Majority Leader Steve Scalise (R-La.) and Rep. Michael Guest (R-Miss.) hold a news conference at the U.S. Capitol in Washington on April 27, 2023. (Chip⁣ Somodevilla/Getty Images)

Mr. McCarthy was only elected to the⁤ speakership in January, ​following a‍ four-day and 15-round contest to decide who got the job.

Ms. ⁤Haley is urging House Republicans ⁢to “come together” to resolve the situation quickly over fears the division and distractions​ could invite attack​ from outside⁤ forces.

She further stated that “when America is distracted, the world is less safe,” and ​she believes ⁢that ⁣there needs⁣ to be a focus on “national security for ourselves and for ⁤our ​friends.”

“I would remind Republicans, you know, don’t chase Democrat chaos with Republican ⁤chaos. We need to come together,” she ​said.

Ms. Haley, who is also‍ a former governor of South Carolina, ⁢is facing off against a ⁢host of strong candidates in ​the race to win the GOP presidential nomination for the presidency in ⁤2024.

Among her presidential opponents are former President Donald Trump, former Vice President​ Mike Pence, and Gov. Ron ‌DeSantis (R-Fla.).

According to all polls, Mr.​ Trump is still the frontrunner for⁣ the nomination by a vast margin.

Reform: What specific reforms does ⁣Nikki Haley ⁤believe are necessary in the House of Representatives?

Challenge to his speakership, but‌ ultimately ‍resigned before a vote could take place.

The decision to ​remove Mr. McCarthy from his​ position as⁣ speaker was ‍a watershed moment in American politics. ⁤It highlights the ⁤deep divisions within‌ the​ Republican Party‌ and ⁢the growing dissatisfaction with its​ leadership.

Rep. Gaetz, who initiated the ⁣vote to ⁣vacate, stated ⁤that it was necessary to “restore integrity and accountability” to the House. He criticized​ Mr. McCarthy for failing to address the concerns of ⁢the American people and for prioritizing‌ partisan⁣ politics over effective governance.

“We need ‌a speaker who will prioritize the needs of the American people‍ above all else,” ⁣Rep. Gaetz said. “We need someone‍ who will lead with integrity, transparency, and a commitment to⁣ upholding the Constitution.”

The current ⁢vacancy in the speaker’s position​ has created⁣ a sense of urgency among ‍Republicans. They ⁢recognize the need to quickly choose a ‌new‍ leader who can restore unity and provide effective leadership.

Nikki Haley’s call for House



" Conservative News Daily does not always share or support the views and opinions expressed here; they are just those of the writer."
*As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases

Related Articles

Sponsored Content
Back to top button
Available for Amazon Prime
Close

Adblock Detected

Please consider supporting us by disabling your ad blocker