Jim Jordan Loses Second Bid for Speaker

Hard-line Republican Representative from Ohio Struggles to Gain Support

Washington, D.C. - October 20, 2023 - 8:11 PM EDT

Representative Jim Jordan (R-OH), a hard-line conservative known for his staunch opposition to the Biden administration, has failed in his second bid for Speaker of the House. Wednesday's vote ended with Jordan falling short of the votes required to secure the position.

This comes after Jordan's previous attempt on Tuesday also failed to yield a successful outcome. The ongoing inability to elect a Speaker has plunged the House into chaos, as the chamber remains unable to carry out its essential functions.

Jordan's failure to gain support is seen as a setback for the Republican party, which has been struggling to unite behind a single candidate. The search for a compromise candidate continues, while Jordan's loss further highlights the deep divisions within the Republican caucus.