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Kevin McCarthy: Removing George Santos from Congress Was a ‘Mistake’

Former Speaker Kevin McCarthy (R-CA) has declared that expelling former Rep. George Santos (R-NY) from the House of Representatives was a "mistake." McCarthy made the comments amid plans for his own early retirement from Congress. The congressman is leaving Congress after losing his role as House speaker earlier in the…

Kevin McCarthy Says He’s ‘Willing to Serve in Trump’s Cabinet’ If He Wins in 2024

Former House Speaker Kevin McCarthy (R-CA) has said that he wants to join President Donald Trump's cabinet should he win the U.S. presidency again in 2024. McCarthy revealed in a new interview that he would accept the offer if Trump offered him such a position. Based on the polls, it…

Kevin McCarthy Claims Matt Gaetz May Be Expelled from Congress

Former House Speaker Kevin McCarthy (R-CA) has claimed that his nemesis Rep. Matt Gaetz (R-FL) may end up being expelled from Congress. According to the New York Post, McCarthy made the suggestion during an appearance on Fox News's "Sunday Morning Futures" over the weekend. "I think once that Ethics complaint…

Adam Kinzinger Accuses Ex-Speaker McCarthy of ‘Trying to Intimidate Me Physically’

Former Rep. Adam Kinzinger (R-IL) has accused Rep. Kevin McCarthy (R-CA) of "physically" trying to "intimidate" him. According to Kinzinger, former Speaker McCarthy "shoulder-checked" him "twice." It was reported this week that McCarthy elbowed or shoved Rep. Tim Burchett (R-TN). The alleged incident occurred after the House had voted to…

McCarthy Uncertain about Future in House after Losing Speakership: ‘Going to Look at All Options’

Former Speaker Kevin McCarthy (R-CA) has expressed uncertainty about his future in the House of Representatives, revealing that he's going to take the holidays and "look at all options." McCarthy suggested that he's considering leaving Congress after being ousted as House speaker last month. In a recent interview, the California…

Kevin McCarthy Confident Jim Jordan Will Win House Speaker Floor Vote

Former House Speaker Kevin McCarthy (R-CA) has said he's confident Rep. Jim Jordan will win the floor vote to become his successor. McCarthy told Fox News's Brian Kilmeade on Monday that he feels "very good" about Jordan's chances ahead of a crucial vote. House representatives are expected to vote for…

Kevin McCarthy Opens Door to Another Run for House Speaker

Rep. Kevin McCarthy (R-CA) has opened the door to the possibility of running for House speaker again. During a new interview, McCarthy refused to rule out another run for his old job, provoking speculation he may be planning another bid. As Slay News reported, McCarthy had previously said he would…

Ukraine ‘Freaking Out’ over McCarthy’s Removal: ‘It Is a Disaster’

Ukraine is reportedly "freaking out" after Rep. Kevin McCarthy (R-CA) was removed as House speaker this week. Ivanna Klympush-Tsintsadze, an MP who chairs the committee on Ukraine’s integration into the EU, warned that America needs to be "getting things sorted out so American democracy can function." "We are freaking out,"…

Marjorie Taylor Greene Backs Trump as McCarthy’s Replacement: ‘Make Him Speaker, Then Elect Him President’

Republican Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-GA) has spoken out in support of President Donald Trump being nominated to replace Rep. Kevin McCarthy as House speaker. As Slay News reported, several Republicans have expressed support for Trump serving as speaker. Rep. Troy Nehls (R-TX) announced Tuesday night that McCarthy will not…

Rep Troy Nehls: ‘I Nominate Donald J. Trump for Speaker of the House’

After Kevin McCarthy made history by becoming the first Speaker of the House of Representatives to be removed from power, many thought he would try to run for the post again. However, Rep. Troy Nehls (R-TX) just announced that McCarthy has thrown in the towel and will not run for…