The absolute arrogance of McCarthy posting “Bring it !” on Twitter/X, minutes before Gaetz brought it. Kevin was utterly clueless.
biden-like clueless.
Which made him perfect for the puppet role.
He thought, based on Nancy Pelosi’s support, democrats would protect his position. I think he chose poorly.
McCarthy was arrogant because he knew he had a deal with the Dems. They double-crossed him, which apparently never occurred to him.
“Kevin was utterly clueless.”
At that point in time he believed Pelosi would keep her promise to support him.