Ohio Republican Jim Jordan said the House of Representatives needs “to get a Speaker in place as soon as possible” to address military aid to Israel on Fox News today. The House Judiciary chair, who declared his candidacy for the role last week, told “Sunday Morning Futures” host Maria Bartiromo that his first move as Speaker would be “to help the state of Israel” in its battle against Palestinian militants after the unprecedented attacks Saturday.
Jordan is running for Speaker in the wake of the ousting of Rep. Kevin McCarthy, R-Calif., initiated by Florida Republican Matt Gaetz last week. Former President Donald Trump has endorsed Jordan for the role over House Majority Leader Steve Scalise of Louisiana.
