Rep. Jordan falls short of 217 votes for House Speaker nomination as House Republicans break for the weekend.
OAN’s Daniel Baldwin
1:53 PM – Friday, October 13, 2023
Ohio Representative Jim Jordan is one step closer to becoming the next Speaker of the House of Representatives.
Jordan emerged victorious in a secret ballot vote against Georgia Representative Austin Scott (R-Ga.), with a score of 124-81 on Friday afternoon.
However, Jordan still needs 65 more votes to reach the required 217 votes to secure the position of Speaker. In a validation vote, Jordan won 152-55.
Sources told Politico that House Republicans would be taking a break for the weekend.
Jordan previously lost a secret ballot against Louisiana Representative Steve Scalise (R-La.). Scalise withdrew from the race on Thursday night when it became clear he couldn’t secure the necessary 217 votes on the House floor.
Currently, the House Republican conference does not have a candidate who can gather 217 votes on the House floor, with the November 17th government funding deadline approaching.
Jordan has received the endorsement of former President Donald Trump.
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How many more votes does Jordan need to secure to become Speaker, and what factors will likely influence his ability to gather enough support from fellow representatives
He first ballot. Scalise endorsed Jordan as his replacement, giving Jordan a boost in his campaign for Speaker of the House.
The position of Speaker of the House is one of the most influential roles in the U.S. government. The Speaker is responsible for leading the House of Representatives, setting the legislative agenda, and representing the House to the President and the Senate. It is a position of great power and influence, and Jordan’s potential ascension to this role carries significant implications for the future of American politics.
Jordan, a staunch conservative and ally of former President Donald Trump, has been a vocal and controversial figure in the House of Representatives. He is known for his combative style and his strong support for conservative principles. If chosen as Speaker, he would bring a more confrontational and conservative approach to the position, potentially reshaping the House’s legislative priorities and its relationship with the Senate.
However, Jordan still faces an uphill battle to secure the necessary votes for Speaker. While his victory in the validation vote is a positive sign, he still needs 65 more votes to reach the required 217 votes. It remains to be seen whether he can gather enough support from his fellow representatives to achieve this goal.
In the meantime, House Republicans have decided to take a break for the weekend, potentially allowing for further negotiations and discussions around the Speaker’s race. The outcome of these deliberations will be crucial in determining whether Jordan can ultimately secure the position.
Regardless of the final outcome, Jordan’s rise to prominence within the Republican Party is a testament to his ability to rally support and advocate for his conservative agenda. His potential elevation to Speaker of the House would mark a significant shift in the party’s leadership and could have far-reaching consequences for the legislative agenda and the direction of American politics.
The race for Speaker of the House is far from over, and the coming days and weeks will be crucial in determining the final outcome. As representatives continue to gather and discuss, the future direction of the House of Representatives hangs in the balance. Only time will tell if Jordan can rally enough support to become the new Speaker or if another candidate will emerge victorious.
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