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McCarthy Mobilizes Revenge Campaign Against GOP Lawmakers Who Ousted Him

The former House Speaker is targeting vulnerable Republicans with primary challengers, signaling an ongoing GOP power struggle.

  • Kevin McCarthy is orchestrating a revenge campaign against the eight GOP lawmakers who contributed to his ouster as House Speaker, focusing on recruiting primary challengers.
  • McCarthy's allies have identified Reps. Nancy Mace, Bob Good, and Eli Crane as the most vulnerable targets for primary challenges.
  • Matt Gaetz, who led the charge to oust McCarthy, saw a significant increase in small-dollar donations following the successful vote.
  • Despite McCarthy's public downfall, his considerable donor network is being mobilized to support primary candidates against the 'Gaetz Eight.'
  • McCarthy's efforts are a sign of the ongoing power struggle within the GOP between hardliners and more establishment conservatives.
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