McCarthy Weighs Resignation But Vows to Remain Engaged With House GOP After Speaker Defeat

Kevin McCarthy is considering resigning from the House before his term ends. He plans to stay through the upcoming speakership election to help steady the party after the shakeup.

In a brief media session, McCarthy said he has not considered resigning, plans to run for reelection, and will remain to keep the House majority.

After being voted out as speaker, McCarthy told House Republicans he wants to spend time with family and considers himself lucky despite the setback.

Some Republicans are reviving McCarthy's name as a speaker candidate, arguing he's the only one who could get 218 GOP votes.

Whether or not he remains in the House, McCarthy is expected to stay active in Republican affairs. He told members he's already raised a lot of money since being deposed as speaker.