Remarks from Florida GOP Rep.-elect Matt Gaetz about Kevin McCarthy led to an outburst from one of his Republican colleagues as he spoke on the House floor Friday.
"And so, one must wonder, Madam Clerk, is this an exercise in vanity for someone who's done the math, taken the counts, and is putting this institution through something that is absolutely avoidable?" he added.
In opposition to Gaetz's comments, GOP Rep.-elect Mike Bost of Illinois arose and shouted across the chamber at Gaetz as he pointed his finger. Bost was interrupted by the House clerk, who called the House to order as Bost remained standing and shouting.shortly after the comments were made and headed toward the back of the chamber as Gaetz continued speaking.
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