Kevin McCarthy, Former House Speaker, Announces Retirement from Congress

Rep. Kevin McCarthy, the former Speaker of the House who was ousted from power earlier this year, has announced that he will be resigning from Congress at the end of this month. McCarthy's departure further narrows the GOP majority in the House, making it more challenging for Republicans to pass legislation in 2024. He stated that he will continue to support the Republican Party and recruit new leaders, but did not provide details about his next move. McCarthy's decision to leave before the end of his term creates additional challenges for his party, although his solidly Republican district is likely to remain in GOP hands.