Jim Jordan Throws His Hat in the Ring for Republican Speaker of the House
Shared By Peter Boykin – American Political Commentator / Citizen Journalist / Political Candidate
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Jim Jordan Throws His Hat in the Ring for Republican Speaker of the House
In a significant political development, Representative Jim Jordan has officially announced his candidacy for the position of Speaker of the House among Republicans, in the wake of Kevin McCarthy’s removal from the role.
A Step Back: The move comes on the heels of Representative Matt Gaetz’s leadership in pushing for McCarthy’s removal as Speaker. Gaetz initiated a ‘motion to vacate’ citing McCarthy’s perceived sluggishness or inability to fulfill key promises, such as fiscal responsibility, efforts to impeach President Joe Biden, and securing the nation’s borders.
Jim Jordan’s Stance: When questioned by reporters about his intentions to run for Speaker, Jordan unambiguously affirmed his candidacy, stating, “Yes.” In a memo addressed to his colleagues, he stated, “Now is the time for our Republican conference to come together to keep our promises to Americans… I respectfully ask for your support for Speaker of the House of Representatives.”
Building Support: Jim Jordan has garnered early support from influential Republicans, with notable endorsements coming from Representatives Thomas Massie and Matt Gaetz.
Competition in the Race: Another contender for the position is Representative Steve Scalise, currently serving as House Majority Leader, essentially the second-highest position in the House of Representatives, after the Speaker.
Position on Ukraine Funding: In response to inquiries from the press regarding potential increases in funding for Ukraine, Jordan voiced his opposition, asserting, “I’m against that… The most pressing issue on Americans’ minds is not Ukraine.”
Looking at the Bigger Picture: Jim Jordan enjoys widespread popularity among Republican voters, having gained recognition for his unwavering defense of President Trump during the Russia investigation and impeachment proceedings. He commands support from both centrist Republicans and those within the MAGA movement in the House.
What Lies Ahead: The House is slated to convene on October 11 for internal elections to nominate a replacement for Kevin McCarthy as Speaker of the House. The race promises to be a pivotal moment in Republican leadership within the chamber.
[Source: Daily Wire, NBC News]
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