Podcast Summary
Chevron reduces methane emissions, a step towards sustainability: Chevron uses advanced tech and facility design to minimize methane leakage, contributing to industry's progress towards sustainability. Jim Jordan faces opposition in House Speaker race, causing stalemate.
Chevron, an NPR sponsor, is making strides in reducing methane emissions through advanced detection technologies and facility design improvements. This commitment to minimizing methane leakage is a significant step in the energy industry's progress towards sustainability. Meanwhile, in politics, Jim Jordan's bid for the Speaker of the House position faced a significant setback. Despite his belief that he had enough support, 20 Republicans withheld their votes, causing the House to go into recess once again. This outcome indicates that Jordan may have underestimated the opposition within his own party, leading to a stalemate in the House leadership race.
Opposition from Senior Republicans Halts Jim Jordan's Bid for House Speaker: Despite his support from some GOP members, Jordan's divisive far-right ideologies, close ties to Trump, and refusal to acknowledge Biden's win hindered his bid for House Speaker due to opposition from senior Republicans concerned about his bipartisan approach and funding stance.
The opposition to Jim Jordan's bid for House Speaker was significant and came from senior Republicans, including the chair of the House Appropriations Committee, Kay Granger, and the dean of the Florida delegation, Mario Diaz-Balart. Jordan's divisiveness stems from his far-right ideologies and his close ties to former President Trump, as well as his refusal to acknowledge Joe Biden's victory in the 2020 election. The appropriators were particularly concerned about Jordan's history of opposing funding for various agencies and his reluctance to work in a bipartisan manner. The number and prominence of those opposing Jordan surprised many, and it ultimately led to his failure to secure the Speakership.
Deep divisions among House Republicans over Speaker of the House: House Republicans are struggling to elect a new Speaker due to deep internal conflicts, with some favoring a conservative figure like Jim Jordan but others concerned about his ability to cut deals and avoid government shutdowns.
The ongoing struggle for the Speaker of the House position among House Republicans reveals deep divisions within the party. The failure of a vote for Kevin McCarthy's reinstatement just two weeks ago was followed by an attempt to elect Jim Jordan, a conservative figure known for his hardline stance on spending and government funding. Jordan's past involvement in government shutdowns has raised concerns among some House Republicans about his ability to cut deals with Democrats and the President to avoid another shutdown. While some members who opposed McCarthy were supporters of Jordan, others who voted for McCarthy's ouster did not support Jordan's bid. The complex dynamics of these internal party conflicts make it challenging for House Republicans to elect a Speaker in January. It's also noteworthy that McCarthy, who was recently ousted, voted for Jordan, highlighting the shifting alliances and tensions within the party.
Deep-seated divisions among House Republicans: Ongoing speaker election causing concerns for effective governing, McCarthy faces opposition from within his own party, and prolonged process could hinder decision-making
The ongoing division among House Republicans over the potential new speaker, Kevin McCarthy, is causing significant concerns about the effectiveness of governing. This was evident in the recent vote where McCarthy faced opposition not only from those who voted against him but also from members of the House Armed Services Committee, including Don Bacon of Nebraska and Carlos Jimenez of Florida. Despite McCarthy's efforts to win over holdouts over the weekend, he still needs to secure the support of almost all remaining Republicans to become speaker. This prolonged process and deep-seated divisions within the party could negatively impact the government's ability to make important decisions and address pressing issues.
Jordan's uncertain path to Speaker of the House: Jordan's opposition to deals and lack of experience in bringing people together could hinder his chances of becoming Speaker. McHenry, as an alternative, could manage House business during critical issues but may not be the permanent Speaker.
Jim Jordan's path to becoming Speaker of the House is uncertain due to his past opposition to earmarks and legislative deals. His lack of experience in bringing people together to pass legislation, coupled with the difficulty of holding daily votes, could lead to a loss of support. Currently, there is no clear alternative to Jordan, but there have been discussions about empowering the Speaker Pro Tem, Patrick McHenry, to preside over the House during the ongoing political turmoil. This would require a floor vote and an agreement to give him temporary leadership powers. McHenry may not be the next Speaker of the House, but he could potentially manage House business during critical issues like the government spending deadline and aid to Israel.
Republicans Debate Next Speaker of the House: Some Republicans consider working with Democrats to help McCarthy, while others prefer a traditional route for the Speakership. Israel-Gaza conflict and Biden's visit to the region add to the political turmoil.
There is ongoing debate among Republicans regarding who should be their next Speaker of the House, with some open to working with Democrats to help Kevin McCarthy bypass internal opposition, while others are opposed to this approach and prefer a more traditional route, such as allowing Jordan to run for Speaker. The Republican conference is currently sorting out its disagreements internally, and McHenry himself has expressed no interest in the job. Meanwhile, the situation in Israel and Gaza continues to unfold, with President Biden on route to the region.
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