Jordan's speaker's bid is in a precarious position due to significant GOP opposition.

Ohio Republicans' opposition to Jim Jordan's bid for speaker could impact his chances of winning, as concerns about his ability to gain support from undecided members arise.

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The House is scheduled to conduct a second speaker vote on Wednesday, which has the potential to be a crucial moment for Jordan's candidacy.

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In the first round of voting on Tuesday, 20 Republicans voted against Jordan, exceeding the number of votes he could afford to lose due to the GOP's slim majority.

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As the GOP faces pressure to resolve its leadership crisis, some members want to empower the interim speaker. Rep. Patrick McHenry of North Carolina is a potential candidate.

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According to two sources, Republicans are currently deliberating the prospect of expediting a resolution to authorize McHenry, potentially as early as Wednesday afternoon.

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On Wednesday morning, Jordan reaffirmed his commitment to stay in the race and rejected the idea of giving McHenry power, stressing the need for a strong Republican speaker in the House.

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"I must procure a speaker to commence the House proceedings, therefore I shall make my way there," he stated.

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The House's paralysis may continue due to uncertainty around Jordan's candidacy, leaving the chamber stagnant and vulnerable amidst ongoing conflicts and a potential government shutdown.

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To empower McHenry, Democrats need to support it despite Republican opposition, giving them leverage to negotiate concessions from Republicans.

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Jordan's association with Trump and reputation as a conservative agitator complicates the speaker's campaign to secure votes, as he played a key role in forming the hardline House Freedom Caucus.

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He is not only the chairman of the House Judiciary Committee but also a key leader in House GOP investigations. As the speaker battle continues, tensions rise in the House Republican caucus.

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