If Jim Jordan falls short, a stopgap might be Patrick McHenry.
- Jim Jordan lost 20 votes on the first ballot for Speaker of the House
- It is unclear who can unite Republicans and become the Speaker
- Acting Speaker Patrick McHenry could be a temporary solution
Rep. Jim Jordan faced a setback in his bid for Speaker of the House, losing 20 votes on the first ballot. The Republican party is currently divided and it is uncertain who can bring them back together. In the meantime, acting Speaker Patrick McHenry could be a temporary solution to the House paralysis.
