From Wrestling Rings to Speaker’s Chair? Trump’s Unexpected Pick for House Leadership

Rep. Jim Jordan (R-Ohio) has received an official endorsement from former President Donald Trump for the position of Speaker of the House. This endorsement comes ahead of the lawmakers’ return to the Capitol next week. Jordan, who currently heads the House Judiciary Committee and is the founder of the House Freedom Caucus, is perceived as a favorite for the role by several House Republicans. This reaction comes after Kevin McCarthy was removed as Speaker. Jordan …

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Jim Jordan and Steve Scalise Announce Their Intention to Run for House Speaker

On October 3rd, Rep. Kevin McCarthy (R-Calif.) was removed from his position as the Speaker of the House. This major development has created an opportunity for new leadership, and two prominent House Republicans have already expressed their desire to step in and take up the mantle. Rep. Jim Jordan (R-Ohio), who chairs the influential House Judiciary Committee, and House Majority Leader Steve Scalise (R-La.) are the first to announce their candidacies for the Speaker’s role …

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