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Jim Jordan Eyes House Speaker Role Amid GOP Uncertainty

4/7/2026

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Rep. Jim Jordan (R-Ohio) is being considered as a House speaker candidate if Republicans lose their majority in midterm elections.
Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) insists the GOP will maintain control, but skepticism grows.
As chair of the House Judiciary Committee, Jordan has built support while campaigning for vulnerable incumbents.
If the GOP falls to the minority, Jordan's leadership chances may improve as he has expanded support within the party.

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Story summary

Rep. Jim Jordan (R-Ohio) is being considered as a House speaker candidate if Republicans lose their majority in midterm elections.
Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) insists the GOP will maintain control, but skepticism grows.
As chair of the House Judiciary Committee, Jordan has built support while campaigning for vulnerable incumbents.
If the GOP falls to the minority, Jordan's leadership chances may improve as he has expanded support within the party.