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politics1 year ago

Controversy Surrounds Trump's Pentagon Pick Amid Allegations and Criticism

Former House Speaker Newt Gingrich praised President-elect Trump's cabinet selections, including Tulsi Gabbard, Marco Rubio, and Pete Hegseth, as reform-oriented and capable of overhauling the Pentagon. Gingrich emphasized the need for a new generation of military leaders and suggested that Trump's administration, alongside Sen. John Thune and House Speaker Mike Johnson, could bring significant improvements to U.S. cities. Hegseth's nomination has sparked debate over his qualifications, but Gingrich supports his potential to restructure the military.

via The Hill|
#cabinet-picks#military-leadership#newt-gingrich
politics1 year ago

"Far Right's Retribution: Motion to Oust Speaker Johnson Over Funding Bill"

Former House Speaker Newt Gingrich criticized Congressman Matt Gaetz for spearheading an effort to oust former Rep. Kevin McCarthy from his leadership post, stating that it "unleashed the demons" and led to a "disaster" in the House. He also expressed sympathy for current House Speaker Mike Johnson, who has faced challenges since McCarthy's ouster. Additionally, Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene filed a motion to vacate Speaker Johnson, similar to the move that removed McCarthy, but it currently lacks privilege and won't be considered after Easter recess. Gingrich argued that these developments highlight the need for a larger Republican majority in the House and the return of former President Trump to the White House.

via The Hill|
#house-republicans#marjorie-taylor-greene#matt-gaetz
politics1 year ago

"Biden's Fitness and Memory Issues Spark Concern Among Democrats and Neurologists"

Former Speaker of the House Newt Gingrich criticized President Biden's leadership in light of a special counsel report highlighting the president's memory and recall issues. The report concluded that no charges should be brought against Biden but noted his potential challenges in a trial due to memory issues. Biden defended himself, asserting his mental capability, but Gingrich expressed concern, citing instances where Biden appeared confused.

via Yahoo News|
#memory-issues#newt-gingrich#politics
politics2 years ago

Newt Gingrich's Contrasting Approach to Standoffs: "Affording Idiots" vs GOP Hardliners

Former House Speaker Newt Gingrich contrasted the dynamics of the '90s-era House GOP with the current slim majority faced by Speaker Kevin McCarthy. Gingrich stated that he could "afford to have five or six people be idiots" during standoffs, highlighting the challenge of the razor-thin 221-213 majority that House Republicans currently hold. McCarthy recently pushed through a stopgap spending measure with mostly Democratic support to avert a shutdown, but the party's narrow margin for error poses challenges in passing key legislation.

via Yahoo! Voices|
#gop#government-shutdown#house-republicans
politics2 years ago

Gingrich's Tolerance for Republican 'Idiots' in '90s Faceoffs

Former House Speaker Newt Gingrich commented on the challenges faced by the current GOP majority in the House, highlighting the slim margin for error in passing party priorities. In the 1990s, Gingrich stated that he could "afford to have five or six people be idiots" during faceoffs with President Bill Clinton. The recent passing of a 45-day stopgap spending measure to avert a government shutdown revealed the delicate position of House Republicans, with only 126 Republicans backing the bill and 90 voting against. The thin majority and the threat of future shutdowns have drawn comparisons to the friction between Clinton and Gingrich in the 1990s.

via Business Insider|
#gop-majority#government-shutdown#house-republicans