Posted 12/26/2023, 6:21:43 PM
Gaetz Gambit Pays Off As New Speaker Johnson Shows Spending Restraint McCarthy Lacked
- Days after leading revolt against McCarthy, Gaetz said gambit was "absolutely" worth potentially losing House seat to fight for constituents and address spending concerns
- 11 weeks later, Gaetz still in office while McCarthy set to retire; new Speaker Johnson showing "commitment" on spending Gaetz found "totally absent" under McCarthy
- Uncertainty remains over Johnson's long-term effectiveness on fundraising and ability to expand House GOP majority in 2024
- Gaetz warned Johnson would "likely face similar fate" if he fails to rein in spending after a few months
- Recently, Johnson kept word on January 6 footage release; Gaetz praised him for following through on commitments