Several Republicans have voiced their opposition to Scalise's nomination to become House speaker, reflecting the divisions within the GOP.
Steve Scalise is facing an uphill battle for the House speakership, with several Republicans openly declaring they will oppose his nomination.The Louisiana Representative was named on Wednesday as a possible replacement for Kevin McCarthy, who was ousted on October 3 after Rep. Matt Gaetz of Florida triggered a vote to remove him. Gaetz justified the move following McCarthy's cooperation with Democrats to avoid a partial government shutdown.
He said he asked the Louisiana Representative to agree to changes to the way the House operates demanded by the House Freedom Caucus, but the two apparently didn't reach an agreement, as Roy clearly stated he won't vote for Scalise.Greene said that she voted for Jim Jordan on a private ballot in conference and she will vote for him on the House floor as well. Miller also said he won't switch his vote, adding that he was 'Jim Jordan all the way.
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