Matt Gaetz Wins Primary Despite $3M McCarthy Challenge and Past Scandals

Aug 21, 2024, 01:49 AM

Matt Gaetz has emerged victorious in his primary race despite significant efforts by allies of Kevin McCarthy to unseat him. Reports indicate that McCarthy-aligned groups spent over $3 million in an attempt to challenge Gaetz, but the outcome of the primary did not differ significantly from Gaetz's previous election results. Gaetz, known for his strong support within the MAGA movement, has been involved in a personal feud with McCarthy, partly due to Gaetz's role in McCarthy's removal as Speaker. Gaetz's victory, despite past sex scandals, is seen as a blow to McCarthy's influence within the Republican Party.