Newt Gingrich’s Degraded Legacy
AtlanticMAY 2023
The Spin
Republican narrative
So far, more moderate members of the party have continued to hold out against Jordan. If this continues, a Republican to watch as a new potential nominee is House GOP conference vice chairman Mike Johnson, as the party looks to ensure America can pass legislation prioritizing the support of Israel as well as the long-term future of government funding. The GOP is working to secure the speaker's gavel.
Democratic narrative
The Republican leadership crisis continues, and Jordan remains far away from gaining the necessary votes to become speaker. While a first-round victory never seemed realistic, the double-digit deficit is a reality check to the far-right Freedom Caucus member. Anger concerning the behavior of House Republicans is building, as the party continues to hold American politics hostage.