As the House of Representatives prepares to vote for a new Speaker, two Republican lawmakers have emerged as the leading contenders for the position: Kevin McCarthy and Jim Jordan.

Kevin McCarthy is currently the Minority Leader in the House, a position he has held since 2019. McCarthy has been a vocal critic of the Democrats’ policies and has worked to rally the Republican caucus in opposition to many of the major initiatives pursued by the current majority. Prior to his role as Minority Leader, McCarthy served as the Majority Leader in the House, and has been a member of Congress since 2007.

Jim Jordan, on the other hand, is a more recent addition to the House of Representatives, having been elected in 2007. Jordan is a member of the conservative Freedom Caucus and has built a reputation as a fierce critic of the Democrats and a strong supporter of President Trump. Jordan has also been a vocal defender of conservative values and has worked to promote legislation that aligns with the Republican Party’s platform.

As the House Speaker vote approaches, it is unclear which of these two lawmakers will emerge as the leading candidate. McCarthy has the advantage of experience and established leadership within the party, while Jordan has a strong base of support among the more conservative wing of the Republican Party.

Ultimately, the outcome of the vote will depend on which candidate is able to secure the most support from their colleagues. Both McCarthy and Jordan have laid out their vision for the future of the party and the House of Representatives, and it will be up to the members of Congress to decide which of these visions they believe is best for the country. So, it will be interesting to see how the vote plays out and who will be the next House Speaker.