Jordan's Rise as Potential House Speaker

0:00On April 6th, Rep Jim Jordan from Ohio is popping up as a top pick for House Speaker if Republicans lose their majority after the November midterms and current speaker Mike Johnson steps down. Johnson insists the GOP will hold on and he's staying put, but some party members are doubting that amid tough political wins and gripes over his. Leadership Quiet talks among Republicans are sizing up options with Jordan, the House Judiciary Committee Chair, and a hardcore conservative, getting buzz. Alongside majority leader Steve Scalice and majority whip Tom Emmer, no vacancy exists yet, but folks figure Johnson wouldn't stick around if they go minority. Lawmakers like Rep Jeff Andrew from New Jersey say Jordan's been bridging gaps, traveling nationwide and building wider appeal. An anonymous GOP member notes his strong base in safe districts means fewer holdouts if losses hit hard and ex-leader Kevin McCarthy praised how. Jordan kept helping colleagues even after past defeats. Jordan ran for Speaker back in 2023 after McCarthy got booted but couldn't win over moderates.

1:07In a minority leader race now, he just need a majority of Republicans, not the full House, which could boost his shot. He stayed low key in recent fights, hitting the campaign trail for at-risk incumbents and backing President Trump on votes without ruling out. Another leadership push, Jordan says he's all in on keeping the majority, which he believes they'll do, and denies any big strategy shift, just business as usual for the team. From across the country, powered by AI, this is US News Today.