Wednesday on Political Rewind: Congressional Republicans voted to remove Rep. Liz Cheney from a party leadership position today. New York’s Rep. Elise Stefanik could be promoted in Cheney’s place, but Georgia congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene is asking for more time to find a replacement.
What does Cheney's ousting, and the debate over her replacement, tell us about Greene’s role in the GOP and internal fractures within the party?
In other news from the U.S. Capitol, the Senate discusses H.R. 1, the “For the People Act.” The legislation from House Democrat would establish federal rules on elections and counteract state election laws, such as Georgia's SB 202.
Closer to home, a gas shortage is worrying Georgians across the state. Consumers report high prices and long lines at gas stations. The shortage is a result of a hack of Georgia-based Colonial Pipeline that shut down a major artery of fuel to the East Coast.
Politics reporter Greg Bluestein of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution is the guest host for today's show.
Panelists:
Dr. Kurt Young — Professor of Political Science, Clark Atlanta University
Rep. Mary Margaret Oliver — State Representative (D-Decatur)
Leo Smith — Republican Strategist and President, Engaged Futures Group
Riley Bunch — Statehouse Reporter, CNHI News
