Both expressed their interest after the House Republican Conference voted in a closed door meeting to drop Jim Jordan as their nominee for speaker.
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U.S. Reps. Jodey Arrington of Lubbock and Roger Williams of Willow Park both said Friday they were considering a go for it, but would take the weekend to consult with their families. Both said they had not yet made definitive decisions. Both had previously backed Jordan’s bid for speaker.Both expressed their interest after the House Republican Conference voted in a closed door meeting to drop Jordan as their nominee for speaker after he lost his third floor vote.
Arrington appeared cleareyed about the challenges. The House has gone without a speaker for over two weeks, paralyzing any legislation. Jordan was the second Republican nominee to drop out of the race after House Majority Leader Steve Scalise failed to secure enough votes last week. Williams said Friday he would “take a look at” running. He has been in the House for over 10 years and is well liked in the chamber.
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