"McCarthy Allies' Push for Return Threatens Delay in Rocky Speaker Vote, Sources Warn"

Former House Speaker Kevin McCarthy's potential bid to reclaim his old position could result in a prolonged race to select the next speaker candidate for House Republicans. While some GOP lawmakers, including Rep. Carlos Gimenez and Rep. John Duarte, have expressed support for McCarthy, others have moved on and are backing candidates like Judiciary Chairman Jim Jordan or Majority Leader Steve Scalise. McCarthy's candidacy is seen as unlikely to succeed but could delay the race. The vote for speaker could be delayed to Friday or next week if a candidate is not chosen on Wednesday.