Today's Headlines: McCarthy Is Ousted as Speaker, Leaving the House in Chaos

McCarthy's Extraordinary Downfall Reflects an Ungovernable G.O.P.
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McCarthy Is Ousted as Speaker, Leaving the House in Chaos

McCarthy Is Ousted as Speaker, Leaving the House in Chaos

By Catie Edmondson

A handful of far-right Republicans broke with their party and voted to remove Kevin McCarthy from his leadership post. He said he would not run again.

McCarthy's Extraordinary Downfall Reflects an Ungovernable G.O.P.

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McCarthy's Extraordinary Downfall Reflects an Ungovernable G.O.P.

By Carl Hulse

The glib Californian made many promises and paid a price when he was unable to fulfill them. But his demise also reflected the challenge of wielding a Republican majority that refuses to be governed.

Trump Wanted to Fire Missiles at Mexico. Now the G.O.P. Wants to Send Troops.

Trump Wanted to Fire Missiles at Mexico. Now the G.O.P. Wants to Send Troops.

By Jonathan Swan, Maggie Haberman, Charlie Savage and Emiliano Rodríguez Mega

The Republican push to use military force in Mexico against drug cartels started in the Trump White House. He has plans to make the idea a reality in 2025.

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McCarthy Loses House Speakership, Says He Won't Run Again

Video Video: McCarthy Loses House Speakership, Says He Won't Run Again

By U.S. Network Pool

The representative of California addressed the media after the House voted to remove him from the speakership role, a position he said he leaves with a sense of pride and accomplishment.

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