With voting underway, at least nine Republicans had cast ballots against his bid, likely leaving him short of the 217 votes he would need to win the job. More rounds of voting are expected if he does not prevail on the first vote.

If he prevails, the Ohio lawmaker who has spent years fighting with leaders of his own party could end up in a position that puts him second in line for the presidency.

Republicans who control the chamber nominated Jordan as a replacement for Kevin McCarthy was ousted as speaker by a small group of his fellow Republicans on Oct. 3.

“He is a patriot, an America First warrior who wins the toughest of fights,” Republican Representative Elise Stefanik said as she nominated Jordan for speaker on the House floor.

  • @[email protected]
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    71 year ago

    18 against so far, I think 4 more haven’t voted yet. Can only afford to lose 4 so I gotta think there are 4 hardened never-Jordans among the 18-22 opposed.

    • athos77
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      51 year ago

      Until they get bribed, like McCarthy bribed those voting against him.

      • @tburkhol
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        41 year ago

        McCarthy only had to bribe MAGAnauts, though, and they only believe in personal profit. Jordan has to bribe members of the establishment, and some of them actually believe in the rule of law.