Democratic top brass are adopting a wait-and-see approach, holding off on endorsing any proposal to officially appoint Patrick McHenry (R-N.C.) as Speaker Pro Temp, as they await clear signals from the Republican side on the next steps.
“We’re in a holding pattern until it’s evident we’re not engaging in another pointless endeavor to promote someone involved in the insurrection to the Speaker’s position,” stated House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-N.Y.), responding shortly after indications emerged of Jordan’s intention for a third speaker bid.
Jeffries highlighted that there had been no overtures from the Republicans regarding a formal vote on McHenry’s position. “No discussions have taken place within our caucus. Should a concrete proposal emerge, we’ll need to regroup and deliberate,” he clarified.
Meanwhile, House Minority Whip Katherine Clark (D-Mass.) expressed openness to dialogue with “any member from the majority side” on a collaborative strategy forward, though she didn’t specifically mention McHenry.
“Our focus is on finding avenues to restart government operations and bring bipartisan initiatives to the House floor. The onus is on them. They’re navigating an internal strife, they hold the majority, and it’s their responsibility to select the Speaker. We’re optimistic they’ll seek collaboration with us, especially after two unsuccessful votes for Jim Jordan,” she commented to the press post a caucus gathering.
She punctuated her statement with, “Our unity is our power.”
Sweet talking the rinos into socialism..Democrats only “get along ” is when “they” rule.