On January 4, 2023, Congressman John Rutherford (FL-05) released the following statement in support of Kevin McCarthy for Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives:
“In November, Republicans ran on our ‘Commitment To America’ – securing our border, ending IRS overreach, blocking wasteful spending, and holding the Biden Administration accountable. Now with a majority in the House, a small minority of obstructionists are holding Congress hostage from delivering on our promises.
Kevin McCarthy has proven himself a strong leader of the Republican Conference. His guidance, work ethic, and vision delivered a Republican majority in the House that is committed to achieving real results for the American people. There is no one in Congress more deserving of this role than Kevin McCarthy, and I am proud to support him for Speaker.
It is time for Congress to get to work for the American public and rally behind our Republican nominee for Speaker.”