Chaos and Leadership in the GOP

This chapter examines the upheaval within the Republican Party, emphasizing Kevin McCarthy's leadership challenges and the disruptive influence of the Freedom Caucus. The discussion highlights the potential consequences of far-right appeasement, the search for alternative coalition strategies, and speculates on the future of party dynamics amidst ongoing political strife. Key candidates for the Speaker position are analyzed against the backdrop of internal divisions and the looming threat of government shutdown.

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