Republicans rejected Rep. Jim Jordan for House Speaker on the first ballot, falling short of the majority needed. Jordan, a staunch ally of Donald Trump, faced resistance from 20 holdouts who view him as too extreme for the position. The vote resulted in no candidate having a clear majority, leading to further voting. Jordan aims to win the support of reluctant Republicans, but disagreements persist over his suitability. Meanwhile, the GOP’s internal divisions have stalled the House, with both public pressure and grassroots activism influencing the outcome. The contentious process reflects deepening divisions within the party.