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Mace Threatens Rebellion Against McCarthy Over Alleged Broken Promises on Spending Bills

  • Rep. Nancy Mace warned "everything's on the table" regarding Speaker Kevin McCarthy's leadership due to alleged broken promises.

  • Mace criticized McCarthy for not allowing individual votes on spending bills and relying on stopgaps.

  • Mace predicted a government shutdown due to differences between McCarthy and more conservative members on funding.

  • Mace pushed back on claims of a Republican "civil war" by Rep. Hakeem Jeffries but agreed both parties are responsible for debt levels.

  • Mace defended investigating President Biden over alleged inappropriate ties to son Hunter's business dealings despite no direct evidence of wrongdoing.

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