Sometimes I wonder how much Trump is pulling strings behind the scenes. I feel like it’s good for him that McCarthy got ousted. He can claim he can be a stabilizing force to ride in on a white horse and bring order back to the Republican Party.
So the GOP could nominate someone more conservative, who would likely split the caucus again, or someone moderate, who might get some Democratic votes. Which do you think it will be, Jamie? Also, the Democrats could put up someone besides Jeffries, couldn't they? Someone more conservative, who might get a few Republican votes from swing districts?
Jamie,
Thanks for making this mess understandable. I look forward to your newsletter every weekday (and lately weekend) mornings.
"Nerd note: the rules for House Republicans don’t allow members of the GOP leadership to serve if that person is under indictment for a felony."
Oh, thank god!
It feels like this is the first time we've seen the Democrats act how the Republicans would have. Gloves off. What an event for you to witness.
Also, that muse of history. I didn't realize it took that long.
A truly historic day, and a historic post… well done, Jamie!
Thank you Jamie!!!
Sometimes I wonder how much Trump is pulling strings behind the scenes. I feel like it’s good for him that McCarthy got ousted. He can claim he can be a stabilizing force to ride in on a white horse and bring order back to the Republican Party.
Jamie - does the presidential line of succession just skip to Patty Murray or does Patrick McHenry get a shot? I guess not.
So the GOP could nominate someone more conservative, who would likely split the caucus again, or someone moderate, who might get some Democratic votes. Which do you think it will be, Jamie? Also, the Democrats could put up someone besides Jeffries, couldn't they? Someone more conservative, who might get a few Republican votes from swing districts?