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The Republican divisions posing problems for Representative Kevin McCarthy have been playing out not only on the House floor but also in his hometown, a red area of blue California.
Rep. Kevin McCarthy (R-Bakersfield) and his backers didn't go the usual route of nailing down enough support before the House convened, forcing a messy and public scramble.
The Republican leader’s sheer willingness to endure vote after vote against him — even as he offered a slew of concessions — was moving closer to paying off.
The top Republican already had to work with a tiny majority and an emboldened right flank. Concessions he made to win his speakership gave the rebels more tools to sow disarray.
He proves willing to do what it takes to appeal to the hard right, even when it is embarrassing and transparent.