Posted 10/10/2023, 3:12:51 PM
GOP Remains Split Over Speaker Vote as McCarthy Supporters Hold Firm Despite His Withdrawal
- Republicans remain bitterly divided over the speakership, with no consensus candidate emerging
- The two frontrunners, Scalise and Jordan, have failed to secure a commanding lead in votes
- Some GOP lawmakers refuse to support anyone but McCarthy, despite his removal last week
- Lawmakers disagree on how long it will take to resolve the divide, with some pushing for a full extra week
- Many argue speed is paramount with crises at home and abroad, wanting a speaker elected by Wednesday
