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politics2 years ago

Jeffries Criticizes Johnson as an 'Extreme Right-Wing Ideologue'

House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries criticizes Rep. Mike Johnson, the latest GOP nominee for Speaker, as an "extreme right-wing ideologue" based on his legislative track record, including his positions on abortion access, Social Security, Medicare, and his support for former President Trump's efforts to overturn the 2020 election results. Jeffries expresses willingness to work with Johnson in a bipartisan manner if he wins, but emphasizes that House Democrats will push back against his extreme views. Johnson is the fourth nominee the House GOP has put forward for Speaker in the past three weeks.

via The Hill|
#hakeem-jeffries#legislative-track-record#mike-johnson
politics2 years ago

"Trump Question Unleashes Jerkish Behavior Among Republican House Members"

Republican House members, including Speaker nominee Rep. Mike Johnson, reacted aggressively when questioned about their efforts to undermine democracy and overturn the 2020 election results. Journalist Rachel Scott was shouted down and told to "shut up" by the lawmakers. The House has been without a speaker since Rep. Kevin McCarthy's ousting, and Johnson is now the fourth candidate nominated for the position. Critics condemned the behavior of the GOP lawmakers, calling it a disregard for democracy.

via Yahoo News|
#2020-election#democracy#donald-trump
politics2 years ago

"House Republicans in Turmoil: Fourth Speaker Nominee to Face Vote"

The US House of Representatives is set to vote on Louisiana congressman Mike Johnson as the fourth Republican nominee for Speaker, following the withdrawal of the previous candidate, Tom Emmer, after criticism from Donald Trump. Johnson, a lawyer and former talk radio host, received 128 votes in the internal party ballot, but it remains uncertain if he can secure the 217 votes needed to win. The House has been without a Speaker since Kevin McCarthy was ousted on 3 October, and if Johnson fails to secure enough support, Republicans will have to restart the selection process.

via BBC.com|
#donald-trump#mike-johnson#politics
politics2 years ago

"Republicans Remain Hopeful for House Speaker Despite Ongoing Dysfunction"

House Republicans will hold closed-door internal votes to determine their next speaker nominee after 21 days of dysfunction and chaos. Despite the challenges, some party members remain optimistic about reaching a resolution and getting back to work. Whip Tom Emmer and Florida Rep. Byron Donalds have garnered support, but the party is still far from being united behind one candidate. The next nominee can only afford to lose four votes, creating a difficult task in a divided conference. The House has been engulfed in chaos since the ousting of former Speaker Kevin McCarthy, and Republicans have yet to find a candidate who can secure the necessary votes.

via Daily Mail|
#congressional-gridlock#dysfunction#gop
politics2 years ago

"Lawmaker Reveals Rank and File Republicans' Disgust with Gavel Turmoil"

Republican lawmaker Rep. Mike Flood of Nebraska is urging conservatives to sign a unity pledge to support the next speaker nominee, stating that rank and file Republicans are tired of the chaos surrounding the House speaker position. The pledge targets lawmakers involved in the speakership turmoil, including those who voted against former Speaker Kevin McCarthy and those who withheld support for House Majority Leader Steve Scalise. Flood hopes that signing the pledge will bring an end to the deadlock in selecting a new speaker.

via Washington Times|
#gavel-turmoil#politics#rank-and-file-republicans
politics2 years ago

"Gaetz's Preferred Speaker Dumped: GOP's Secret Ballot Ouster Sparks Controversy"

Rep. Matt Gaetz criticized the House GOP's secret ballot process that removed Jim Jordan as the party's nominee for speaker, calling it "swampy." Jordan's removal has opened up the race for the position, with multiple new candidates vying for the role. The decision has further disrupted the House chamber, following the ousting of Rep. Kevin McCarthy as speaker. Gaetz expressed his support for Jordan and criticized the private voting process, comparing it to the much-maligned Washington swamp. The GOP conference will reconvene to hear pitches from various Republicans seeking the speakership.

via Business Insider|
#gop#jim-jordan#matt-gaetz
politics2 years ago

"Jim Jordan's Nomination for House Speaker Sparks Controversy and Divisions Among Republicans"

Rep. Jim Jordan has been nominated as the Republican House speaker, but he appears to be far short of the required number of votes needed to secure the position. Previous nominees, including Majority Leader Steve Scalise, have also failed to garner enough support. Jordan's supporters believe that public pressure and his popularity with the base could sway votes in his favor, but his reputation for opposing deals rather than building consensus may hinder his chances. The lack of a speaker has caused a legislative paralysis in Congress, with no ability to vote on important issues. While Democrats have offered to work with moderate Republicans to elect a speaker, Republicans are still determined to find a candidate from within their own party.

via NPR|
#congressional-paralysis#house-of-representatives#jim-jordan
politics2 years ago

"Uncertainty looms as House GOP meets to select speaker nominee"

House Republicans are meeting to select a nominee for the next speaker, but it is uncertain if any candidate will have enough support to win the necessary 217 votes. The vote math has raised questions about when and how the GOP majority will be able to elect a new speaker, causing further complications as the House remains paralyzed and a government shutdown looms. The threshold to secure the GOP nomination may be raised from a majority of the conference to a majority of the full House. The timing of the House floor vote will be determined by the GOP nominee.

via CNN|
#government-shutdown#house-gop#infighting