Rep. Matt Gaetz, R-Fla., has begun the method to take away Kevin McCarthy as speaker of the House.

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Rep. Matt Gaetz, R-Fla., has begun the method to take away Kevin McCarthy as speaker of the House.

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Rep. Matt Gaetz, R-Fla., on Monday began the method for holding a vote to take away Kevin McCarthy as House speaker.

In a speech on the House ground, Gaetz stated he’s introducing a “motion to vacate,” the procedural first step in forcing a vote on McCarthy’s future.

After introducing the measure, Gaetz or one other lawmaker should request a vote on the decision. The House would then be required to vote inside two legislative days, although management may select to expedite the method.

Leaders and members have a number of options for the best way to proceed within the coming days.