Staff Reports
In what seems to be a never-ending quest for a speaker, the House GOP is gearing up for yet another candidate forum on October 23. With nine hopefuls vying for the coveted position, including House Majority Whip Tom Emmer and a slew of representatives, the scene is set for a potentially chaotic showdown.
.@EpochTimes: LIVE UPDATES: GOP Searches for a Speaker for the 3rd Time https://t.co/k1y25Yqy5u
— Jackson Richman (@jacksonrichman) October 23, 2023
Last week, Rep. Jim Jordan of Ohio took a shot at claiming the gavel, but after three disappointing ballots, he found himself booted from the race. It was back to the drawing board for the GOP, who took a somber break over the weekend to regroup. Now, as the deadline for entry closed on October 22, the remaining contenders are ready to pitch their case behind closed doors.
This speaker search has witnessed its fair share of ups and downs. Just a week prior, House Minority Leader Steve Scalise gracefully bowed out of the contest, realizing his bid wouldn’t garner enough support on the floor. With the House GOP scheduled to vote on October 24, tensions are running high as the contestants anxiously await their fate.
With the nominee needing to secure a minimum of 217 votes in order to inherit the speaker’s throne from Rep. Kevin McCarthy, it’s clear that this is a high-stakes battle. Who will rise to the occasion and claim the prestigious title? Only time will tell. Stay tuned for the latest updates on this nail-biting political spectacle. Let the games begin!
