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4. No, he still needs 217 votes which he is unlikely to get - and that includes Democrats

Fri Oct 13, 2023, 08:30 PM

Oct 2023

He needs to be elected by the entire House, not just Republicans. He is only this week's choice by the Republicans.

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Rep. Jim Jordan wins Republican speaker nomination - NBC News [View all] Rhiannon12866 Oct 2023 OP

Does that mean he has the votes? ntp AnnaLee Oct 2023 #3

I hope his run lasts long enough to air and reair his dirty secrets. marble falls Oct 2023 #5

I don't think he stands a chance, he's way too controversial Rhiannon12866 Oct 2023 #6