FOX News senior congressional correspondent Chad Pergram reports that the House of Representatives is currently experiencing unprecedented chaos. Republican lawmakers are facing a dilemma as House Judiciary Chairman, Jim Jordan, R-Ohio, emerges as a potential candidate for the role of speaker. This comes after Majority Leader Steve Scalise, R-La., who was initially selected by the conference, withdrew from the race on Thursday night.
Behind closed doors, Republican lawmakers are engaged in discussions to find a way forward amidst the chaos. Although Jordan is currently the only declared candidate, his victory is not assured. Representatives Austin Scott, R-Ga., and Carlos Gimenez, R-Fla., have voiced their opposition to Jordan, stating that they will vote against him on the House floor. However, there have been reports that Jordan has been working to persuade those who are hesitant to support him.
Several Republican lawmakers have expressed their support for Jordan, including Rep. Richard Hudson, R-N.C., chairman of the National Republican Congressional Committee. Hudson believes that Jordan possesses the integrity, ability, and vision necessary to lead the party.
Prior to discussing new speaker candidates, House GOP lawmakers are considering changing the Republican conference rules to raise the threshold required to elect a candidate for speaker. Scalise had previously won by a simple majority before dropping out. Despite this development, most of Jordan’s allies continue to support him.
Moderate Rep. Don Bacon, R-Neb., has voiced concerns about electing Jordan, stating that it may reward bad behavior and further push the House GOP into chaos. However, Jordan’s spokesman, Russell Dye, remains confident in his ability to unite the conference and secure the necessary votes to become speaker.
The House Republicans’ decision on the speaker candidate is crucial for the party’s future direction and ability to effectively lead. The outcome of the upcoming vote will have significant implications for the political landscape in the United States.
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