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Why have so many Republicans become Ukraine skeptics?

3 years ago
Why are so many Republicans opposing further aid to Ukraine? Paul Krugman says it's not about the money: The answer is, unfortunately, obvious. Whatever Republican hard-liners may say, they want Putin to win. They view the Putin regime’s cruelty and repression as admirable features that America should emulate. They support a wannabe dictator at home ...continue reading "Why have so many Republicans become Ukraine skeptics?"
Kevin Drum

Matt Gaetz files motion to oust Kevin McCarthy as Speaker of the House

3 years ago
Get out the popcorn. Rep. Matt Gaetz—archenemy of Speaker Kevin McCarthy for some reason—has finally followed up on his threat to file a motion to remove McCarthy from the speakership. A vote will be held later this week. Gaetz needs 217 votes to oust McCarthy.¹ Obviously he won't get anywhere near that number from Republicans, ...continue reading "Matt Gaetz files motion to oust Kevin McCarthy as Speaker of the House"
Kevin Drum