🚨 Refusing to drop out, Republican Rep. Jim Jordan told GOP colleagues Thursday he will back a temporary U.S. House speaker as he works to shore up support to win the gavel himself. While Jordan is pausing his bid for now, he remains the speaker designee and will reserve the option to hold a speaker vote at any time. The House convened briefly at noon and then recessed subject to the call of the chair. It’s unclear when floor proceedings will resume. This is a developing story with updates to come. #news #gop #speakerofthehouse #jimjordan