Former GOP House Speaker Mike Johnson has now reportedly just fallen short in his bid to become House Speaker again during a roll call vote. This turn of events now likely sets the stage for more votes until a new speaker is eventually chosen.
RALPH NORMAN votes for JIM JORDAN.
Either a second ballot — or a Jeffries win.
— Jake Sherman (@JakeSherman) January 3, 2025
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UPDATE: Mike Johnson has now officially been elected Speaker of the House after overcoming early Republican opposition.
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