
The Playbook Podcast October 18, 2023: Why Jim Jordan’s Speaker bid is teetering
Oct 18, 2023
Jim Jordan's bid for Speaker of the House is in trouble after losing votes from his own party. Moderate Republicans take a surprising stand. The potential outcomes of Jordan's bid are discussed, including alternative plans and the possibility of Patrick McHenry as acting speaker. The podcast also covers a hospital attack in Gaza and its impact on President Biden's trip to the Middle East.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Unexpected Loss of Votes and Surprising Stand by Moderate Republicans
01:58 • 2min
Resistance to Jim Jordan's Speaker bid and increasing challenges
04:10 • 2min
The Potential Outcomes of Jim Jordan's Speaker Bid
05:56 • 2min
Discussion on Bipartisan Governing Coalition and Events of the Day
07:34 • 2min
