Rep. Jim Jordan (R-Ohio) failed to win a majority of votes in the House on his third attempt to become speaker, causing a familiar impasse in Congress.
Susan Cole, the House reading clerk, became a viral meme during the roll call votes for Speaker of the House, showcasing her modesty and down-to-earth personality.
Deep dives
Temporary Senator Lefanza Butler decides not to run for full term
Lefanza Butler, who was appointed to fill a vacant Senate seat in California, has announced that she will not run for a full term. While she could have upended the upcoming election by running, Butler decided that it was not the right path for her. Instead, she will enjoy the benefits of being a temporary senator without the burdens of campaigning and fundraising.
Susan Cole, the House reading clerk, becomes a viral meme
Susan Cole, one of the House reading clerks, has become a viral meme due to her appearances during the roll call votes for Speaker of the House. In an interview, Cole mentioned that she is unaware of her viral fame as she doesn't use social media. However, her daughter has informed her about it. Cole humorously stated, 'I'm just Susan,' emphasizing her modesty and down-to-earth personality.
Senators Chuck Grassley and Chuck Schumer as matchmakers
Senators Chuck Grassley and Chuck Schumer have gained attention for their success in setting up staffers who work in their offices. Grassley, a Republican from Iowa, has celebrated the 20th marriage among his staffers, while Schumer, a Democrat from New York, has helped with 14 Schumer babies. Grassley's matches have largely been coincidental, while Schumer actively takes on the role of a matchmaker and attends the weddings of his staffers. Their matchmaking success has led to suggestions of starting an alternative to dating apps or creating a Chuck-themed matchmaking service.
Rep. Jim Jordan (R-Ohio) failed to win a majority of votes in the House on his third attempt to become speaker. The Republican conference then decided Jordan will not be their nominee for the role going forward, bringing the chamber back to a now familiar impasse. How will Congress move forward, and will it do so in time to act on President Biden's Oval Office request for more military funding for wars in Israel and Ukraine?
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