Freedom Caucus and Progressives Unite Against McCarthy.
The Freedom Caucus and Progressive Caucus are forming an unlikely alliance to repeal two decades-old war authorizations in Iraq, revamp government surveillance powers, and curb defense spending. This could create problems for Speaker Kevin McCarthy, as he can only lose four members of his own party during any given floor vote in the closely divided House. The best-case scenario outcome for McCarthy is House Foreign Affairs Committee Chair Michael McCaul’s proposal to replace those war authorizations, but that approach would likely be a no-go for liberals who are currently on the same page as many conservatives.