Gaetz and Burchett Say Ousting McCarthy Was Worth It to Get 'Transformational Leader' Johnson As GOP Speaker Nominee

Reps. Matt Gaetz and Tim Burchett said ousting Kevin McCarthy as Speaker was worth it to get Mike Johnson.

Gaetz called Johnson a "transformational leader" who is "broadly respected" and "not bought and paid for."

Burchett agreed it was "absolutely worth it" to oust McCarthy to get Johnson as Speaker nominee.

Johnson became the GOP's 4th Speaker nominee after Emmer dropped out amid opposition.

House Republicans express optimism Johnson could get the 217 votes needed to win Speaker.