House Speaker Vote Results: Jordan Loses More Support, Plans for Third Round

According to FOX News’ Chad Pergram’s report, Judiciary Chairman Jim Jordan, R-Ohio, intends to hold a third round vote for speaker on Thursday, despite losing more support in the previous votes. On Wednesday, all House Democrats and 22 Republicans voted against Jordan’s bid for speaker, which was two more GOP lawmakers than Tuesday’s vote.

Despite the setbacks, Jordan’s allies remain optimistic and are determined to continue supporting him. Rep. Jeff Duncan, R-S.C., expressed his commitment to voting for Jordan as many times as necessary to get him elected as Speaker. He emphasized that losing a few votes on the second ballot should not deter supporters. Rep. Duncan even mentioned being prepared to vote all night if needed.

Similarly, House Freedom Caucus Chairman Scott Perry, R-Pa., encouraged fellow Republicans to stay strong and keep praying. He acknowledged that Jordan may have fewer votes in the current vote but emphasized that the fight symbolizes the effort to end the status quo.

Reports of a House GOP conference meeting immediately after the vote circulated but were quickly dismissed due to confusion over the next steps. Meanwhile, a contingency of House Republicans is building, advocating for empowering interim Speaker Patrick McHenry, R-N.C., with temporary abilities to move legislation until at least Nov. 17.

Rep. Marc Molinaro, R-N.Y., who has supported Jordan in the previous rounds, stated that a rational decision should be made regarding the ongoing fight over the speaker position. He emphasized the urgency of addressing pressing issues instead of spending days upon days on the speaker’s selection.

Additionally, Rep. Mike Lawler, R-N.Y., who voted for ousted Speaker Kevin McCarthy, R-Calif., proposed empowering McHenry immediately and expressed his belief that McCarthy is the right person to lead the House.

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