While at least 55 caucus members said they were opposed to the Ohioan’s nomination last week, that number appeared to have been pared down to single digits by Monday.
to strong-arm his “never Jordan” detractors into backing his bid for House speaker has been met with some raised eyebrows in recent days, but the aggressive play seems to be working, with several holdouts announcing on Monday they would throw their weight behind the Ohio Republican.
Rep. Mike Rogers , the chair of the Armed Services Committee, said in a statement that he planned to support Jordan after having had “two cordial, thoughtful, and productive conversations” over the weekend about Rogers’ legislative priorities, including defense spending, funding levels, and agricultural policy.
Rep. Ken Calvert and Rep. Vern Buchanan both announced on X they would fall in line behind Jordan. CalvertIt remained unclear how many GOP House members were still dead set against Jordan’s ascension, but Rep. Chip Roy said on a conservative radio talk show Monday that his “gut tells me we’re somewhere south of 10 who are still being recalcitrant.
Until a speaker is picked, the House will remain paralyzed, unable to pass legislation or deal with Biden’s requests for security aid to Ukraine and Israel.
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