Posted 12/1/2023, 12:04:00 AM
Gaetz and McCarthy Trade Barbs Amid Ethics Probes and Assault Allegations
- McCarthy said Gaetz "belongs in jail" referencing ethics probe into sexual misconduct allegations
- Gaetz hit back calling McCarthy's words "tough talk from a guy who sucker punches people"
- Gaetz referenced allegations McCarthy assaulted Rep. Burchett by elbowing him
- Burchett said McCarthy's alleged assault was "deliberate" and a "cheap shot by a bully"
- Gaetz and McCarthy have had a contentious relationship, worsening after Gaetz's motion to vacate against McCarthy