Carlos Rodriguez
Former House Speaker Kevin McCarthy (R-CA) hinted during the weekend that he would consider a return to government service if former President Donald Trump secures the White House this fall.
McCarthy conveyed his thoughts during an interview with CBS News’ Margaret Brennan on “Face The Nation” on Sunday, discussing the dwindling Republican majority in the House due to several resignations.
“Do you have plans to return to government potentially in a Trump administration?” Brennan inquired.
“I’ve consistently stated that I’ll serve wherever I can best contribute. However, fixating on future job prospects in the next administration is premature. The priority should be on winning the election. With President Trump in office, we could ensure a secure border, bolster the economy, and mitigate global conflicts, thus paving the way for a brighter future,” McCarthy responded.
Brennan, known for her leftist views, interjected several times, labeling McCarthy’s assertions as “counterfactuals.”
“I beg to differ,” McCarthy retorted. “I’ve worked alongside both presidents, and the current situation aligns closely with what I’ve described. Under President Biden, we’ve witnessed embassy evacuations, surging inflation, and a porous border. In February alone, more individuals on the terrorist watch list crossed our border than during Trump’s entire tenure.”
The exchange underscored the political divergence regarding the Trump and Biden administrations’ policies and their perceived impacts.
