House Republicans Debate Reforming 'Motion to Vacate' Rule That Led to McCarthy's Removal as Speaker

The motion to vacate rule allowed a single congressmember to remove McCarthy as Speaker, lowering the threshold from Pelosi's era.

Some want to raise the threshold to avoid further chaotic turnover, but others defend the rule as promoting democracy.

The Main Street Caucus called the motion a "chokehold" on Congress and wants assurances it won't be abused again.

Jordan and Scalise are open to reforming the rule if most Republicans want it, but the Freedom Caucus and Club for Growth oppose changes.

House Republicans are meeting to elect a new Speaker this week after removing McCarthy under the motion to vacate.