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Matt Gaetz Backs Down on McCarthy Ouster as House Speaker—for Now
The Daily Beast ^ | October 3, 2023 | Brett Bachman

Posted on 10/02/2023 12:07:38 PM PDT by Dr. Franklin

Rep. Matt Gaetz (R-FL)—who has been making enemies in recent days of members of his own party over his incessant campaign to oust House Speaker Kevin McCarthy—didn’t offer a motion to do so Monday as was widely expected, though he still promised to do so later in the week. As justification for his delay, Gaetz said he wanted more details on a “secret side deal” that he accused McCarthy of making with President Joe Biden on Ukraine funding—though it’s unclear whether such a deal has actually been struck. “Members of the Republican Party might vote differently on a motion to vacate if they heard what the speaker had to share with us about his secret side deal with Joe Biden on Ukraine. I’ll be listening,” he said on the House floor Monday. “Stay tuned.” Gaetz’ antics have reportedly led a group of House Republicans to draft a motion to expel him from Congress, which they plan to introduce if an ongoing ethics committee probe does not clear him of long-simmering allegations of wrongdoing.

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TOPICS: Government; News/Current Events; Politics/Elections; US: Florida
KEYWORDS: floridaman; gaetz; mattgaetz
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What is the dirty deal the McLeadership made with the Dems about Ukraine?
1 posted on 10/02/2023 12:07:38 PM PDT by Dr. Franklin
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To: Dr. Franklin

NO WAY! Take the commie out while the fire is hot! Do it now!


2 posted on 10/02/2023 12:09:12 PM PDT by MtnClimber (For photos of Colorado scenery and wildlife, click on my screen name for my FR home page.)
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To: Dr. Franklin

All talk.


3 posted on 10/02/2023 12:09:20 PM PDT by gov_bean_ counter (Eccl 10:2 - The heart of the wise inclines to the right, but the heart of the fool to the left )
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To: gov_bean_ counter

I’ll give Gaetz the benefit of the doubt. He is putting pressure on the right people for the right things.


4 posted on 10/02/2023 12:11:02 PM PDT by Jonny7797
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To: Dr. Franklin

He strengthened McCarthy. That’s what happens when you are a moron who goes off halfcocked. Isn’t their a competent and conservative person in the district who can primary him?


5 posted on 10/02/2023 12:12:00 PM PDT by nickcarraway
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To: Dr. Franklin

Several here will condemn Gaetz for failing to follow through with a motion that should be supported by many here.

However, in a war, how successful can a handful be when faced against so many?

Darned if he does, darned if he doesn’t. So according to some, it would be better that he remain silent in the face of deep state opposition.


6 posted on 10/02/2023 12:13:22 PM PDT by patriot torch (..)
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To: Dr. Franklin
Gaetz said he wanted more details on a “secret side deal” that he accused McCarthy of making with President Joe Biden on Ukraine funding—though it’s unclear whether such a deal has actually been struck.

Gosh, that doesn't sound like the America I grew up in.

7 posted on 10/02/2023 12:14:56 PM PDT by ClearCase_guy (They say "Our Democracy" but they mean Cosa Nostra.)
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To: nickcarraway

quote:

“He strengthened McCarthy. That’s what happens when you are a moron who goes off halfcocked. Isn’t their a competent and conservative person in the district who can primary him?”

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Name the politician that has a better more successful plan in overthrowing deepstate. And explain the plan. Thank you!


8 posted on 10/02/2023 12:15:19 PM PDT by patriot torch (..)
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To: MtnClimber

He kind of had to. He was one step away from allowing Pelosi to return as long as it’s no longer McCarthy


9 posted on 10/02/2023 12:15:30 PM PDT by tsowellfan
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To: ClearCase_guy

LOL...this isn’t the America you grew up in.


10 posted on 10/02/2023 12:15:39 PM PDT by who knows what evil? (Yehovah saved more animals than people on the ark...siameserescue.org)
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To: Dr. Franklin

Unless Gaetz planted the story of the secret deal himself hoping to whip up a frenzy…


11 posted on 10/02/2023 12:16:12 PM PDT by Skywise
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To: patriot torch

I am not aware of anything Gaetz has done to overthrow the deep state. In fact, almost everything he does helps Democrats.


12 posted on 10/02/2023 12:16:42 PM PDT by nickcarraway
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To: patriot torch

Name the politician that has a better more successful plan in overthrowing deepstate

President Trump


13 posted on 10/02/2023 12:16:49 PM PDT by tsowellfan
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To: tsowellfan

I’m speaking of a Congressman. but yes, I agree.


14 posted on 10/02/2023 12:18:08 PM PDT by patriot torch (..)
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To: nickcarraway

I am not aware of anything Gaetz has done to overthrow the deep state. In fact, almost everything he does helps Democrats.

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So what EXACTLY should Gaetz do in order to please you?


15 posted on 10/02/2023 12:19:14 PM PDT by patriot torch (..)
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To: nickcarraway

16 posted on 10/02/2023 12:20:03 PM PDT by Bratch
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"Darned if he does, darned if he doesn’t. So according to some, it would be better that he remain silent in the face of deep state opposition."

It didn't take long for the 118th Republican-controlled Congress to be corrupted.

17 posted on 10/02/2023 12:20:12 PM PDT by mass55th (“Courage is being scared to death, but saddling up anyway.” ― John Wayne)
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To: Dr. Franklin

I listened to his interview yesterday and when asked about Monday he said, this week, so this is fake news


18 posted on 10/02/2023 12:21:08 PM PDT by wiseprince (Me)
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To: nickcarraway
Isn’t their a competent and conservative person in the district who can primary him?

Let's hope so.

19 posted on 10/02/2023 12:22:28 PM PDT by Seaplaner (Never give in. Never give in. Never, never, never...in nothing, great or small...Winston ChurchIill)
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To: Dr. Franklin

My prediction is that Gaetz will file then withdraw his motion to vacate after Trump steps in to rescue McCarthy.

They’ll pick a slow news day to act out this drama, so enjoy the show.


20 posted on 10/02/2023 12:22:35 PM PDT by mac_truck (aide toi et dieu t'aidera)
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