GOP Contemplates Ending Rule Used by Gaetz to Remove McCarthy as Speaker

Republican lawmakers are considering raising the threshold or eliminating the motion-to-vacate rule after Kevin McCarthy was ousted as House speaker. The rule, which allowed a single member to bring a vote of no confidence in the speaker, has caused division within the party. Some Republicans argue that the rule gives too much power to a small number of members and creates chaos, while others believe it should be kept. The House is now at a standstill without an elected speaker, with legislative business on hold.