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Posted 10/1/2023, 3:33:45 PM

Gaetz Seeks to Oust McCarthy as Speaker Over Funding Bill Support

Rep. Matt Gaetz plans to introduce a motion this week to remove Speaker Kevin McCarthy from his role, angry over McCarthy's support for a bipartisan funding bill.
Gaetz accused McCarthy of lying and failing to deliver on promises to cut spending. He may not yet have the votes to oust McCarthy.
McCarthy said he has tried to listen to the conference but must "be the adult in the room" and govern responsibly.
The stopgap funding bill passed with bipartisan support, averting a shutdown. But 90 Republicans opposed it for lack of border funds or spending cuts.
Gaetz said if his motion fails, he will try again, arguing McCarthy cannot reduce deficits if he backs continuing resolutions versus single-subject bills.

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