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Here's what House rules say about Trump serving as speaker of the House — and why they might not matter
Donald TrumpHouse rules say someone under indictment can’t be speaker. But those rules are self-enforced and can be ignored.7:13 PM EDT October 4, 2023On Oct. 3, Rep. Kevin McCarthy (R-Calif.) became the first House speaker in U.S. history to be ousted from the position.Since he was stripped of the gavel, several House Republicans have suggested Former President Donald Trump could become speaker, since the role doesn’t have to be filled by a current member of the House of Representatives.Rep. Troy Nehls (R-Texas) said in a post on X that he nominates Trump for the role. Rep. Marjorie...…Donald TrumpHouse rules say someone under indictment can’t be speaker. But those rules are self-enforced and can be ignored.7:13 PM EDT October 4, 2023On Oct. 3, Rep. Kevin McCarthy (R-Calif.) became the first House speaker in U.S. history to be ousted from the position.Since he was stripped of the gavel, several House Republicans have suggested Former President Donald Trump could become speaker, since the role doesn’t have to be filled by a current member of the House of Representatives.Rep. Troy Nehls (R-Texas) said in a post on X that he nominates Trump for the role. Rep. Marjorie...WW…
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