Both Republicans likely need the support of Democrats to prevail in their battle over the speakership. Here’s how that could shake out.

Both Republicans likely need the support of Democrats to prevail in their battle over the speakership. Here’s how that could shake out.

  • Red0ctober@lemmy.worldOP
    9·
    1 year ago

    The other side of the argument is that McCarthy is the GOP’s greatest fundraiser, and getting rid of him would help Democrats take back the House. No replacement for McCarthy would have the same set of relationships and the donor network and political operation. In addition, the argument goes, the GOP chaos in the House would pay political dividends.

    Removing the lead money maker might be a sound decision. If the Republicans put some cretin like Gaetz in, the money might dry up.

    • GreenMario@lemm.ee
      15·
      1 year ago

      Just like “let Trump win the primaries cuz he can’t win against Hillary” tactic?

      Surely it wouldn’t backfire twice.

      • Red0ctober@lemmy.worldOP
        3·
        1 year ago

        I don’t think it would ultimately be in the Dems favor to let McCarthy go, especially since they could extract some great concessions from him. He’s a snake though, so short leash and a swift end if he goes back on the deal.

    • mrbubblesort@kbin.social
      5·
      1 year ago

      Nah, Dems should vote for McCarthy and let the other side play up the narrative that a RINO from California has turned traitor and run to the Dems to keep power. The money will still dry up just as quick, but they’ll be able to get what they want from him as well.