Republicans Fear Repercussions: Kinzinger Calls Out Party's Reluctance to Replace Jordan as Speaker

Former GOP Rep. Adam Kinzinger criticized his former colleagues for supporting Rep. Jim Jordan's failed bid for speaker, suggesting that many were "too scared" to propose alternative candidates. Kinzinger called it "cowardice" and revealed that some members voted for Jordan on the House floor before voting against him in a secret ballot. Jordan fell short of the 217 votes needed to win and was subsequently removed as the party's speaker nominee. Kinzinger also mentioned that House Republicans would face challenges in enacting their party's priorities after selecting a new speaker.