CD282: Chaos Fires McCarthy

For the first time in U.S. history, the Speaker of the House of Representatives has been fired from the job mid-term. This episode is a play by play of the drama that lead up to this historic event, including the passing of a temporary government funding law which triggered agents of chaos to give Kevin McCarthy the boot.

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Background Sources

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CD275: Debt Ceiling 2023: Crisis Normalized

CD261: Inflation Reduction Act

CD256: Poisonous Pet Collars

Government Shutdowns

“Shutdown of the Federal Government: Causes, Processes, and Effects” [RL34680]. Clinton T. Brass et al. Updated December 10, 2018. Congressional Research Service.

“The last government shutdown was the longest in more than 40 years. Here are all the recent shutdowns in one chart.” Christopher Hickey. September 29, 2023. CNN.

Credit Rating Downgrade

“The U.S. is weaker now than when we downgraded in 2011, former S&P ratings chairman says.” Elliot Smith. September 27, 2023. CNBC.

“U.S. debt downgrade sinks global markets — but economists are not concerned.” Elliot Smith. August 2, 2023. CNBC.

Funding Process

“Appropriations Status Table: FY2024.” Congressional Research Service.

September 28 Proposed Continuing Resolution

September 17 Proposed Continuing Resolution

“STATEMENT OF ADMINISTRATION POLICY: H.R. 4365 — Department of Defense Appropriations Act, 2024.” September 11, 2023. Executive Office of the President, Office of Management and Budget.

Regular Order by Jamie Dupree

The Continuing Resolution

Continuing Resolution - September 30, 2023. [Jen’s Highlighted Version.]

“The Compact of Free Association.” Wikipedia contributors. Retrieved October 8, 2023. Wikipedia, The Free Encyclopedia.

The Ousting of Kevin McCarthy

“Who voted to oust McCarthy as speaker? See the final tally of the House roll call.” S. Dev. October 4, 2023. CBS News.

“Why House Democrats Refused to Save McCarthy.” Mini Racker. October 3, 2023. TIME.

Audio Sources

House Debates Motion to Vacate the Speaker's Chair

October 3, 2023

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