Gaetz says he’s in contact with Trump amid effort to oust McCarthy from speakership

Rep. Matt Gaetz confirmed Monday he has been in contact with former President Donald Trump, in response to reporters’ questions whether he was seeking advice from Mr. Trump over his effort to oust House Speaker Kevin McCarthy. But the lawmaker would not reveal the details of his conversations with Mr. Trump. “I think I’m going to keep that between the two of us,” he said. Mr. Gaetz, Florida Republican, did say the discussions have occurred after he slammed Mr. McCarthy on the chamber floor as he threatened to bring what...