McCarthy Open to House Speaker Role Again Amid Party Divisions Over Speaker Vote This Week

Kevin McCarthy says he would take the Speaker job back if asked, but says the decision is up to the Republican conference.

McCarthy stresses the need for House leadership during crises like the Israel-Hamas conflict.

At a Republican conference meeting, some endorsed McCarthy's return as Speaker, though others remain upset with the rebels who voted him out.

McCarthy, Steve Scalise, and Jim Jordan are potential candidates for Speaker. At least one other lawmaker may also run.

A new Speaker vote is expected this week after Israel declared war on Hamas, needing aid the House can't approve without a Speaker.