By now, I’m sure you’ve heard all about the historic vote that removed Kevin McCarthy from his position as speaker of the House. Yes, I was one of eight Republicans who ousted him. I didn’t jump on the bandwagon or follow a so-called ringleader; I voted my conscience after a lot of prayer and reflection.
What’s done is done. Now, it’s time to look ahead and think about what this means for Republicans.
While I hate to speak badly about a friend, Kevin McCarthy was severely lacking in leadership skills and continued to pass the buck. We have crippling debt that hovers around $33 trillion, folks. This warrants an all-out fire drill—not extended vacations and early dismissals.
If you ask me, a fresh new era of leadership is long overdue. Many pundits keep asking who will be at the helm, and I don’t have the answer to that right now. From Steve Scalise to Roger Williams, there are a lot of names being thrown around, and many of them are great options.
What I do know is this: It’s always darkest before dawn.
This week has not been easy, but we now have a real shot at creating a more cohesive and united party after ripping the Band-Aid off. Sure, it stings. But the American people are desperate for a body of public servants who are ready and willing to work for them, no matter how messy it gets.
It has been decades since this country passed a dadgum budget, and now there’s a fighting chance that someone will come in here with a clear mind and clean slate—ready to hit the ground running and get the job done.
There’s no doubt that this is a defining moment in American history. But just like a new quarterback thrown in during the second half after your team has been getting beat up on, I’m confident that we will rally around the new speaker—whomever that may be. My dedication and commitment to the conservative movement is stronger than ever before, and I see victory up ahead.
