Speaker vote: Key points for fourth ballot
The House Prepares for Fourth Speaker Vote
The House is gearing up for its fourth speaker vote, following the removal of Rep. Kevin McCarthy as presiding officer. After weeks of chaos and deliberation, Republicans have nominated Rep. Mike Johnson to take on the role. Here’s what you need to know:
Current Status
The speaker vote is scheduled to take place at 12 p.m. EDT. This will be the fourth vote in the past two weeks and the first since Rep. Jim Jordan’s unsuccessful bid on Friday. A conference roll-call vote was held to gauge support for Johnson, with only three members voting “present” and 23 absent. Republicans expressed confidence in a late-night press conference, with Johnson stating, “The House Republican majority is united.”
What Happened to Tom Emmer?
Earlier in the day, Tom Emmer was elected as the speaker-designate, but his bid was short-lived due to opposition within the Republican conference. Concerned about facing similar challenges on the House floor, Emmer withdrew from the race, leading to another internal nomination process.
House Republicans’ Support
Republicans seem to be rallying behind Johnson more than the other candidates, with less vocal opposition within the GOP conference. McCarthy referred to Johnson as a “friend, fighter, and principled conservative who can get the job done,” while Rep. Matt Gaetz offered his “Complete and Total Endorsement.”
Will Johnson Secure the Votes?
The outcome of the vote remains uncertain. While the roll-call vote showed minimal opposition to Johnson, with only three “present” votes, there were 23 absences. The exact number of opponents within the conference is unknown. Johnson can only afford to lose four Republicans in a full House vote.
If Johnson is unsuccessful, the race for a fifth Republican speaker-designate will become wide open.
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