Democrats Seek Bipartisan Path Forward as House Speaker Vote Deadlock Drags On
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House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries says Democrats are having "informal discussions" with House Republicans as speaker vote stalemate continues.
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GOP has nominated Rep. Jim Jordan for speaker, but he likely lacks the 217 votes needed. Vote could happen Tuesday.
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Jeffries says it's time to "end the Republican civil war" and find a "bipartisan path forward."
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Jeffries wants rules changed so bills with bipartisan support can get floor votes without being blocked by "extremists."
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Jeffries says current House rules allow a "handful of Republicans" to dictate the agenda, which "undermines the interests of the American people."