BREAKING: Kevin McCarthy OUSTED As Speaker

Congressman Kevin McCarthy speaks to guests before an evening parade at Marine Barracks Washington, Washington D.C., May 18, 2018. Congressman Kevin McCarthy was the honored guest at this evening’s parade. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Olivia G. Ortiz)
Congressman Kevin McCarthy speaks to guests before an evening parade at Marine Barracks Washington, Washington D.C., May 18, 2018. Congressman Kevin McCarthy was the honored guest at this evening’s parade. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Olivia G. Ortiz)

McCarthy’s unprecedented ouster as Speaker of the House, led by Rep. Matt Gaetz.

McCarthy’s Historic Ouster

  • Speaker Kevin McCarthy, R-Calif, was removed from his leadership role.
  • This unprecedented event marked the first time a Speaker was expelled through a House vote.
  • The vote concluded with 216 in favor and 210 against McCarthy’s removal, as 8 Republicans voted along side the Democrats in an effort to remove Kevin McCarthy as Speaker of the House.

Gaetz Leads Rebellion

  • Rep. Matt Gaetz, R-Fla., initiated a motion against McCarthy on Monday.
  • Gaetz accused McCarthy of not honoring commitments made to secure his Speaker position.
  • Tensions escalated with Gaetz arguing McCarthy’s unreliable leadership creates chaos.

Democrats and GOP Division

  • The ousting vote saw eight Republicans and all present Democrats united against McCarthy.
  • Democrats were reluctant to support McCarthy, seeking bipartisan collaboration instead.
  • A faction within the GOP expressed anger at McCarthy for a short-term spending bill.

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