House Republicans to vote on Liz Cheney successor – US politics live
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Elise Stefanik expected to replace Cheney as conference chair
Cheney ousted for criticizing Donald Trump’s election lie
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Here’s a sliver of gossip from CNN.
A source familiar tells CNN this morning that Rep. John Katko will give the nominating speech for Stefanik. Notable Katko voted for impeachment and was a Cheney ally.
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Wyoming congresswoman Liz Cheney, booted from her post as GOP House conference chair two days ago, has just been on New Hampshire Today live radio show, moments before her colleagues gathered to vote on her successor for the House GOP No. 3 post.
Following on from the news from an NBC interview with her that aired on Thursday morning, where she signaled - ie didn’t deny - that she would run for president if that was what it took to keep Donald Trump out of the Oval Office in future, she’s commented further.
NEW: On @NHTodayShow, @RepLizCheney is asked about running for president in 2024:"What I'm focused on right now is helping to rebuild the party ... not something I’m focused on ... not ruling it in or out."#fitn #NHPolitics Continue reading...
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