Republican House Speaker Kevin McCarthy faces a potential ouster threat from hardline party members after orchestrating a bipartisan move to avert a government shutdown. The House voted 335-91 in favor of a 45-day stopgap measure, drawing support from both Democrats and Republicans. Hardline conservatives criticized McCarthy, hinting at potential repercussions for his role as speaker. The bipartisan measure succeeded after hardliners blocked a Republican stopgap bill the day before. McCarthy, aware of potential challenges to his position, defended his decision, stating he would risk his job to stand up for the American public. The internal GOP dynamics could impact the party’s leadership and future legislative strategy.
Republican House Speaker McCarthy Faces Threat of Ouster for Bipartisan Move to Avoid Shutdown
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