Jordan's Speaker Vote Faces Resilient Opposition

Representative Jim Jordan of Ohio failed for a third time to win election as House speaker, with 25 Republicans opposing him compared to the 22 who voted against him on his last try. The lack of consensus among Republicans on an alternative candidate leaves the chamber paralyzed and uncertain about the way forward. The ongoing chaos within the GOP is seen as consequential as President Biden asks Congress to take up a $105 billion package for security assistance to Ukraine, Israel, Taiwan, and border deterrence. Many Republicans are opposed to Jordan due to concerns about his ultraconservative policies and the way his allies treated other candidates. The pressure campaign by Jordan's allies has resulted in death threats and menacing calls to lawmakers opposing his bid, further solidifying their opposition.