Former United States President Donald Trump endorsed Ohio Representative Jim Jordan for House speaker in a post on Truth Social. Earlier, Trump told Fox News that he would accept the position himself until Republican lawmakers elect a speaker among themselves.
"He will be a GREAT Speaker of the House, & has my Complete & Total Endorsement!" Trump wrote. He pointed out that Jordan currently holds the position of chair of the House Judiciary Committee and that he was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom during Trump's presidency. Trump also called Jordan a "STAR" and said he is "respected by all."