Hardline Republican picks up support in bid for US House speaker
Tuesday, 17 October 2023 Hardline Republican Jim Jordan is gaining support for his campaign to become the U.S. House of Representatives Speaker. Despite opposition from within his own party, Jordan believes he has the momentum to win the floor vote on Tuesday. The Republican infighting has delayed funding for federal agencies and assistance to Israel and Ukraine. Jordan has promised to prioritize military and spending legislation.
Jim Jordan , Loses 3rd House Speaker Vote.
The representative from Ohio lost his bid
for House speaker for the third time
on Oct. 20, CBS News reports.
The number of Republicans who
oppose him has grown to 25.
After previously supporting Jordan,
Reps. Brian Fitzpatrick, Thomas Kean Jr.
and...
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