Rumors swirl as GOP plans bash celebrating Kevin McCarthy: 'Is this a going away party?'

House Republicans are throwing a party for deposed Speaker Kevin McCarthy (R-CA) as rumors swirl about the former House leader's political future, reported Politico on Monday.

McCarthy was removed from the speakership after a revolt of far-right lawmakers, leading to weeks of chaos while the party struggled to choose a replacement, finally settling on Rep. Mike Johnson (R-LA).

The reception, scheduled for December 13, is billed as marking McCarthy's “tireless work in support" of fundraising for the caucus ...