House Republicans in Search of a New Speaker
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After winning the party nomination in a secret ballot election on Tuesday, Minnesota Rep. Tom Emmer dropped his bid for speaker just hours later.
The Republican Party is still struggling to elect a new speaker, even three weeks after Kevin McCarthy’s removal.
Another Speaker Candidate Forum on the Horizon
Republicans are preparing for another speaker candidate forum, with six candidates vying for the position following Emmer’s withdrawal from the race.
Rep. Mike Gallagher predicts a vote to select a new nominee immediately after the forum.
Deep Divisions within the Republican Conference
The House Republicans are facing internal divisions and struggling to find consensus on a successor to McCarthy.
The future of the speaker position is uncertain as it remains unclear if any Republican can secure the necessary votes.
Emmer’s Exit Marks a Familiar Pattern
Emmer is the third Republican to withdraw from the race after winning the party nomination due to insufficient support.
Former President Donald Trump’s opposition played a significant role in Emmer’s decision, labeling him a “Globalist RINO.”
Challenges Faced by Emmer’s Candidacy
Emmer’s support for various issues, including certifying the 2020 election and same-sex marriage, were cited by hard-right members as reasons to oppose his candidacy.
Members of Trump’s team actively lobbied against Emmer, urging GOP members to vote against him.
Despite a seemingly positive relationship with Trump, his attacks on Emmer persisted, further fueling the opposition.
Emmer’s departure from the race has raised concerns among Republicans, with Rep. Steve Womack questioning if the party can overcome its internal differences.
The GOP conference is currently divided, and finding a resolution to the impasse is uncertain.
This story and headline have been updated with additional developments.
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