Rep. Byron Donalds is supported by prominent Republicans as a replacement for Chair Jim Jordan on the House Judiciary Committee. Their backing might persuade others to support Jordan who are on the fence.
Donalds formally announces his bid for House Speaker after receiving considerable attention in the past. On the third round of the House Speaker elections in January, Donalds made a point of voting against former Speaker Kevin McCarthy (R-CA). Later, he received support in this week’s voting as well as nominations on subsequent rounds from McCarthy detractors.
“Look, let’s be very clear. Our House right now, we’re having some issues. We can repair those issues, but it requires us to be unified,” Donalds told Newsmax shortly after announcing his candidacy. “Number one, go back to business and secure our border, actually fund this government responsibly and then continue to lay out that conservative vision for the people who sent us here. That job can still be done. I believe I am the leader that can get that job done.”
Leading conservative politicians including Senator Mike Lee (R-UT) and Representative Cory Mills (R-FL) have endorsed Donalds. His distinction stems from Rep. Mario Diaz-Balart’s (R-FL) support, who continuously opposed Jordan.
“[Byron Donalds] is an honorable leader and respected by the entire conference. That is why it is a privilege to endorse Byron for speaker,” Diaz-Balart posted something on X.
Rep. Vern Buchanan of Florida cast a vote for Donalds after previously supporting Jordan. On the second day of voting, he changed his vote.
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In order to get the conference nomination and keep Jordan’s unflinching support, endorsements are crucial. Rep. Kevin Hern (R-OK) has continued to be mentioned in the discussion along with House Majority Whip Tom Emmer (R-MN), who also entered the fray.
