‘I’ve Had It With Her’: McCarthy Reportedly Caught On Hot Mic Trashing Cheney
House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy (R-Calif.) has publicly said that the House Republican conference will decide whether Rep. Liz Cheney (R-Wyo.), the No. 3 Republican in the chamber, should remain in her leadership…
House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy (R-Calif.) has publicly said that the House Republican conference will decide whether Rep. Liz Cheney (R-Wyo.), the No. 3 Republican in the chamber, should remain in her leadership role.
But, in private, the California Republican is reportedly admitting that he has lost confidence in her.
Axios reported on Tuesday that McCarthy was caught on a hot mic venting about the Wyoming Republican ahead of an interview on “Fox & Friends.”
“I think she’s got real problems,” he told Fox News’ Steve Doocey.
He continued, “I’ve had it with … I’ve had it with her. You know, I’ve lost confidence. … Well, someone just has to bring a motion, but I assume that will probably take place.”
McCarthy’s comments come amid reports that House Republican leaders are looking for someone to replace Cheney. Punchbowl News reported on Tuesday morning that Republicans are frustrated with her “near-constant truth-telling about former President Donald Trump.”
During an interview on “Fox & Friends,” McCarthy said