GOP Infighting as Rep. Ken Buck Faces Party Backlash Over Opposing Biden Impeachment

Conservative Rep. Ken Buck faces blowback from House Republicans for his opposition to impeaching President Biden. He serves on the Judiciary Committee and has argued there is no evidence Biden profited from his son's deals.
Buck has voted against several GOP bills, including the parental rights bill and annual defense bill. He also tanked a gas stoves bill in protest over spending.
Buck's stance frustrates GOP leaders working to convince moderates and key committee members like Buck to support impeachment. Some want him removed from Judiciary and the GOP whip team.
Buck argues impeachment is a "distraction" from other issues. Allies say he's not afraid of a primary challenge after easily winning in 2022. But some are floating state lawmakers as potential challengers.
Buck has bucked the party before, supporting Liz Cheney and certifying the 2020 election. Some allies still defend him, but he's criticized for abandoning principles to get media attention.

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