Episode 242: High Noon in D.C.: McCarthy's 'OK Corral' Moment

October 5th, 2023  |  57 mins 50 secs

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On this episode of "The Saulty Show," the crew discusses a political showdown in Congress that could've been plucked right from the pages of an Old West saga. Join Saulty Saul as he spins a yarn that'll transport you to a dusty saloon, with tumbleweeds rolling and tension crackling in the air. In a landscape where loyalty is as fickle as a gambler's hand, where the stakes are higher than a prospector's dreams, and where Speaker Kevin McCarthy faces his own "OK Corral" moment, the crew goes over the dramatic events that unfolded. Tune in to unravel a story filled with more twists and turns than a rattlesnake on a hot skillet, exploring the untamed terrain where politics meets the Wild West. It's a gripping tale of political drama you won't want to miss. So, saddle up and ride along with us on this wild journey through the heart of American politics.