In case you missed it this week, Republican Majority Leader Kevin McCarthy committed one of Washington, DC’s time-honored, unintended, political traditions—committing a gaffe by accidentally admitting the truth. In an interview with Fox News’ Sean Hannity, McCarthy—the heir-apparent to the House Speakership—suggested the Benghazi Committee investigation was nothing more than a ploy to bring down Hillary Clinton’s poll numbers. The reaction to McCarthy’s comments was swift with the media and members of his own committee pointing out the Majority Leader’s inconvenient candor.
For a highlight reel of the McCarthy smackdown, check out Correct The Record’s newest video: