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They need to talk about Kevin: America’s near-shutdown

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Turmoil in the Republican Ranks

This chapter explores the internal strife within the Republican Party sparked by Speaker Kevin McCarthy's controversial compromise bill amid looming government shutdown threats. The tensions highlight the discontent among hardline members and raise questions about future funding for Ukraine, as well as the stability of McCarthy's leadership. Additionally, it addresses the broader implications of these conflicts for governance and the party's unity heading into an election cycle.

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