House Republicans react to Kevin McCarthy retiring from Congress: 'Hopefully no one dies'

House Republicans are grappling with the announcement of Rep. Kevin McCarthy's (R-CA) retirement, narrowing the GOP's already-slim majority in the lower chamber following an expulsion and a series of departures planned for next year. Many GOP lawmakers took to social media to express their concern, pleasure, or disappointment at McCarthy's retirement announcement, using memes or videos to emphasize their delight or sadness at the departure of the longtime California congressman who held many roles within the Republican Party. KEVIN MCCARTHY LEAVING CONGRESS AT END OF YEAR: 'LEAVING THE HOUSE BUT...