Rep. Matt Gaetz is defying party leadership by endorsing ultra-conservative candidates in key races, despite Republican efforts to coalesce behind other candidates.
Gaetz’s support has already influenced one race and is causing tension within the party.
His actions are seen as a challenge to the influence of Kevin McCarthy, who previously faced opposition from Gaetz.
“He’s old news. Mike Johnson’s speaker now,” Gaetz said of McCarthy.
The impact of Gaetz’s involvement in these races remains significant, potentially affecting the party’s majority in battleground districts.
Despite criticism, Gaetz has defended his strategy, emphasizing the importance of primaries in shaping the party’s direction.
“Primaries are a really important part of the political process,” he said. “It shows the direction the party is moving.”
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