Discussion on failed House Speaker vote, Biden's Israel visit, and Poland's political situation. Exploring implications of House Speaker limbo, tensions in Israel-Palestine conflict, and American sentiment towards Israel. Analysis of Poland's recent elections and their potential impact on the European Union.
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Jim Jordan fails to gain support as Speaker of the House, leaving the House without a speaker.
President Biden's visit to Israel aims to show solidarity and prioritize humanitarian aid in the ongoing war.
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Jim Jordan fails to secure enough votes for Speaker of the House
Jim Jordan's ambition to be Speaker of the House hit a serious snag as he failed to gain the 217 votes needed to win. With 20 Republicans voting against him, more than Kevin McCarthy received earlier this year, the House remains without a speaker.
Uncertainty remains regarding the next Speaker of the House
A second roll call vote is scheduled for today, but Jordan's chances of gaining the necessary support remain uncertain. He reached out to Representative Steve Scalise for help, but to no avail. Some members are considering the possibility of keeping Patrick McHenry as Speaker Pro Tem for a month, potentially with Democrat support.
Tensions escalate in Israel-Palestine conflict
An explosion at a hospital in Gaza has heightened tensions in the ongoing war. The Israel Defense Forces claim it was a failed rocket launch by Palestinian terrorists, while Hamas alleges it was an Israeli strike. President Biden is making a high-stakes visit to Israel to show solidarity and balance U.S. support for the war with efforts to prevent a larger conflict. Humanitarian aid and civilian safe zones in Gaza are key priorities for Biden's visit.
Still no Speaker of the House after two weeks, President Biden makes a wartime trek to Israel, and Poland’s “Law and Justice Party” fails to remain in power. Get the facts first with Morning Wire.
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