Uncertainty looms as McCarthy's ouster triggers Biden impeachment probe and GOP infighting

The removal of Kevin McCarthy as House speaker has created uncertainty for the impeachment inquiry into President Biden, as allies and enemies of McCarthy trade blame over his ouster. The shakeup could undermine the legal standing of the probe, but proceedings could be accelerated if Jim Jordan becomes the new speaker. Meanwhile, the transition of power raises questions about the need for a floor vote to affirm the inquiry's legal grounding. The House Oversight Committee is pushing ahead with subpoenas for Hunter and James Biden's bank records, as well as other documents related to Joe Biden's activities. McCarthy's removal was triggered by a motion brought by Rep. Matt Gaetz, who accused McCarthy of not doing enough to advance the inquiry into Biden. McCarthy's allies claim Gaetz's rebellion was motivated by personal grievances.