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MCCARTHY SACKED: Why is the Republican Party eating itself alive?
Oct 3, 2023
Kevin McCarthy's ousting by his own party marks a historic event in US politics, showing a deep division within the Republicans. The podcast explores the consequences of McCarthy's compromise with Democrats and the challenges faced by the GOP. It also discusses Trump's civil trial and his manipulation of the justice system. Melania Trump's role in the Trump family and speculation about her desires for Trump's presidency are also touched upon.
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- Kevin McCarthy, the Speaker of the House of Representatives, was ousted from his position after attempting to find compromise with Democrats, marking the first time a Speaker has been removed by their own party.
- Donald Trump is facing a civil trial in New York, accused of fraudulent actions related to his business empire, posing a severe risk to his finances and properties.
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Speaker of the House removed in historic event
In an unprecedented event in US history, Kevin McCarthy, the Speaker of the House of Representatives, has been ousted from his position. This extraordinary moment occurred after a coup led by ultra-MAGA Republicans, marking the first time a Speaker has been removed by their own party. McCarthy's crime was attempting to find consensus and work with Democrats, a move that was seen as a betrayal by his party. With 216 votes in favor of his removal and only 210 votes in support of him, McCarthy's removal has plunged the US into a state of uncertainty as to what happens next in terms of leadership.
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