Staff Reports
Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks of Iowa is speaking out about the death threats and harassing calls she received after changing her vote for House Speaker. Miller-Meeks initially supported Rep. Jim Jordan of Ohio, but decided to switch her vote after realizing he didn’t have the necessary number of votes. In a statement, Miller-Meeks condemned the threats and made it clear that she will not be bullied into supporting someone she doesn’t believe in.
GOP Lawmaker Says She Faces Death Threats After Switching Speaker Vote ?https://t.co/Wgu98UqLSI
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She ultimately voted for Rep. Kay Granger of Texas, citing Granger’s “great leadership.” Miller-Meeks emphasized the need for a consensus candidate who can effectively work on appropriations and counter the policies of the Biden administration. In a similar vein, Rep. Don Bacon’s wife also received anonymous messages and calls urging her to convince her husband to support Jordan. The speaker position remains vacant, and the next vote is set for Thursday
