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JUST IN: Secret Ballot Reveals Huge Turn Of Events For Jordan’s Speakership Bid

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Congressman Jim Jordan’s (R-OH) bid for the Speaker of the House position has suffered another setback as an increasing number of his fellow Republicans cast their ballots against him in a secret vote.

Jordan was defeated in the conference’s secret ballot Friday afternoon and is no longer the designated nominee for speaker according to reporter Jake Sherman. The final count stood at 112-86. Jordan faced a decisive defeat — hinting at his dwindling chances.

The House GOP’s now-former Speaker Designate’s hopes have been vanishing as a total of 25 Republicans, up from the initial “Swampy 22”, opposed his third bid earlier today. Insiders have disclosed that an earlier meeting between Jordan and the other Republicans ended on a sour note, solidifying the perception that Jordan’s speakership ambition is slipping away.

Yesterday, Jordan signaled his intent to run on a third ballot after previously showing support for Rep. Patrick McHenry (R-NC) as interim speaker. The change in stance reportedly followed after counsel from his ardent conservative supporters, pushing against any potential compromises favoring Democrats.

This internal GOP battle has greatly hindered the House majority’s capacity not only to govern but also to chase down leads pertaining to the impeachment inquiry of President Joe Biden.

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