I applaud McCarthy for doing what Congress is supposed to do: fund government. I still don't like him, but he took his responsibility seriously, and apparently reached across the aisle to do it. That's some old-time Republican stuff. Granted, the can is just being kicked down the road for several weeks, but it certainly is better than a total shutdown.

Meanwhile, Gaetz evidently would rather be shot than deal with a Democrat, and possibly even some Republicans (including McCarthy). He's new-time Republican. If he really proceeds with trying to remove McCarthy, this could get interesting (in a Chinese curse sort of way). Would McCarthy have to deal more with Dems to hold his position, giving them concessions? Or is the party sick of Gaetz, and want to remove him? I've read both scenarios.

https://www.politico.com/news/2023/10/01/mccarthy-...

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