#House Speaker vote slated for Tuesday, Democratic Rep. says

#House Speaker vote slated for Tuesday, Democratic Rep. says

House Democratic Whip Katherine Clark (D-Mass.) said a vote to select a new Speaker of the House is expected Tuesday at noon, Reuters reported. Rep. Jim Jordan (R-Ohio) secured the Republican nomination for the seat on Friday after House Majority Leader Steve Scalise (R-La.), who had won the Republican nomination for the role, dropped out of the…

Read More
#Lack of Speaker poses unique challenge in Israel talks

#Lack of Speaker poses unique challenge in Israel talks

The developing conflict in Israel is shining light on the House’s lack of a formal Speaker and posing a unique challenge for lawmakers as they try to determine if acting Speaker Patrick McHenry (R-N.C.) can participate in intelligence briefings. The U.S.’s role in the aftermath of Saturday’s surprise attack by Hamas against Israel is complicated…

Read More
#Trump endorses Jim Jordan for Speaker

#Trump endorses Jim Jordan for Speaker

Former President Trump threw his support behind Rep. Jim Jordan (R-Ohio) to be the next House Speaker late Thursday night, giving the conservative firebrand a boost in his effort to win the gavel. “He is a STRONG on Crime, Borders, our Military/Vets, & 2nd Amendment. Jim, his wife, Polly, & family are outstanding – He will be a…

Read More