Jim Jordan
James Daniel Jordan (born February 17, 1964) is an American politician currently serving in his ninth term in the U.S. House of Representatives as the representative for Ohio's 4th congressional district since 2007.
A member of the Republican Party, he is a two-time NCAA national champion wrestler and a former college wrestling coach. In Congress, Jordan helped start the right-wing populist House Freedom Caucus, serving as its first chair from 2015 to 2017, and as its vice chair since 2017. Jordan was a prominent critic of Speaker of the House John Boehner, who resigned under Freedom Caucus pressure in 2015. He was the ranking member of the House Oversight Committee from 2019 to 2020, when he left to become the ranking member of the House Judiciary Committee, of which he became chair in 2023.Jordan is a close ally of former president Donald Trump. During Trump's presidency, Jordan sought to discredit investigations into Russian interference in the 2016 election and staged a sit-in to prevent a Trump impeachment inquiry hearing over the Trump–Zelenskyy telephone controversy. After Joe Biden won the 2020 presidential election and Trump tried to overturn the election, Jordan supported lawsuits to challenge the election results and voted not to certify the Electoral College results. He refused to cooperate with the U.S. House Select Committee on the January 6 Attack, which subpoenaed him on May 12, 2022.
A member of the Republican Party, he is a two-time NCAA national champion wrestler and a former college wrestling coach. In Congress, Jordan helped start the right-wing populist House Freedom Caucus, serving as its first chair from 2015 to 2017, and as its vice chair since 2017. Jordan was a prominent critic of Speaker of the House John Boehner, who resigned under Freedom Caucus pressure in 2015. He was the ranking member of the House Oversight Committee from 2019 to 2020, when he left to become the ranking member of the House Judiciary Committee, of which he became chair in 2023.Jordan is a close ally of former president Donald Trump. During Trump's presidency, Jordan sought to discredit investigations into Russian interference in the 2016 election and staged a sit-in to prevent a Trump impeachment inquiry hearing over the Trump–Zelenskyy telephone controversy. After Joe Biden won the 2020 presidential election and Trump tried to overturn the election, Jordan supported lawsuits to challenge the election results and voted not to certify the Electoral College results. He refused to cooperate with the U.S. House Select Committee on the January 6 Attack, which subpoenaed him on May 12, 2022.
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'Shameful': Republicans quickly come to Trump's defense after his conviction Among the first to react in Congress was Rep. Jim Jordan, one of Trump’s staunchest allies in Washington and chairman of the House Judiciary Committee, who called the trial and verdict a “travesty of justice.” Jordan argued Trump was subjected to a “kangaroo court” and the process was purposefully designed to keep him off the 2024 campaign trail -- though Trump held several rallies and campaign stops during the six-week trial and frequently sent fundraising emails off of its developments. (ABC News 5/30/24)READ MORE>>>>> GOP lawmakers conflate standard FBI policies with an assassination attempt on Trump Even right-wing former FBI agents who regularly criticize the bureau pushed back on the focus on the FBI protocols, calling the documents “boilerplate,” “nothing out of the ordinary,” and “a giant nothing" burger (using a hamburger emoji), in posts on X. “The hyperbole and emotion over this is ridiculous, especially considering legitimate reasons to question the MAL raid,” wrote Garret O'Boyle, who previously testified before a House subcommittee led by top Trump ally, Rep. Jim Jordan, R-Ohio. (NBC News 5/21/24)READ MORE>>>>> 'Oh boy, GOP means business now': Jim Jordan sends angry letter to Treasury Secretary The Ohio Republican Friday posted to X a letter demanding the Treasury Secretary hand over Bank Secrecy Act suspicious activity reports as part of his probe into Jan. 6 Capitol attack investigations he argues may have violated Americans' civil rights. "The Committee is authorized to conduct oversight of matters involving civil liberties and criminal law to inform potential legislative reforms," Jordan informs Yellen. (Raw Story 2/16/24) READ MORE>>>>>
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January 20, 2023
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Mar 31, 2023: Politico: ‘Unlawful political interference’: Bragg defends Trump indictment against GOP attacks
“We urge you to refrain from these inflammatory accusations, withdraw your demand for information, and let the criminal justice process proceed without unlawful political interference,” Dubeck wrote in the letter to Judiciary, Oversight and Administration Chairs Jim Jordan (R-Ohio), James Comer (R-Ky.) and Bryan Steil (R-Wis.).
“As Committee Chairmen, you could use the stature of your office to denounce these attacks and urge respect for the fairness of our justice system and for the work of the impartial grand jury,” she continued. “Instead, you and many of your colleagues have chosen to collaborate with Mr. Trump’s efforts to vilify and denigrate the integrity of elected state prosecutors and trial judges and made unfounded allegations that the Office’s investigation, conducted via an independent grand jury of average citizens serving New York State, is politically motivated.”
“We urge you to refrain from these inflammatory accusations, withdraw your demand for information, and let the criminal justice process proceed without unlawful political interference,” Dubeck wrote in the letter to Judiciary, Oversight and Administration Chairs Jim Jordan (R-Ohio), James Comer (R-Ky.) and Bryan Steil (R-Wis.).
“As Committee Chairmen, you could use the stature of your office to denounce these attacks and urge respect for the fairness of our justice system and for the work of the impartial grand jury,” she continued. “Instead, you and many of your colleagues have chosen to collaborate with Mr. Trump’s efforts to vilify and denigrate the integrity of elected state prosecutors and trial judges and made unfounded allegations that the Office’s investigation, conducted via an independent grand jury of average citizens serving New York State, is politically motivated.”
Mar 19, 2023: The Bulwark: Reminder: It’s All Nonsense (with Rep. Colin Allred)
Tim and JVL welcome Rep. Colin Allred to the Sunday show to discuss Rep. Jim Jordan’s bogus Weaponization of the Federal Government committee, his potential challenge to Sen. Ted Cruz, and his journey to the Tennessee Titans as an undrafted football player.
Tim and JVL welcome Rep. Colin Allred to the Sunday show to discuss Rep. Jim Jordan’s bogus Weaponization of the Federal Government committee, his potential challenge to Sen. Ted Cruz, and his journey to the Tennessee Titans as an undrafted football player.
Jan 13, 2023: Clinton Herald: HOW THEY VOTED: Congressional Votes for Jan. 6-12
INTELLIGENCE SUBCOMMITTEE: The House has passed a resolution (H. Res. 12), sponsored by Rep. Jim Jordan, R-Ohio, to create a Select Subcommittee on the Weaponization of the Federal Government on the House Judiciary Committee. The subcommittee would investigate the collection of and use of information on citizens by the CIA, FBI, and other executive branch agencies. Jordan said the subcommittee’s goal would be to “respect the First Amendment” and the right to free speech and protest and practice religion. The vote, on Jan. 10, was 221 yeas to 211 nays.
INTELLIGENCE SUBCOMMITTEE: The House has passed a resolution (H. Res. 12), sponsored by Rep. Jim Jordan, R-Ohio, to create a Select Subcommittee on the Weaponization of the Federal Government on the House Judiciary Committee. The subcommittee would investigate the collection of and use of information on citizens by the CIA, FBI, and other executive branch agencies. Jordan said the subcommittee’s goal would be to “respect the First Amendment” and the right to free speech and protest and practice religion. The vote, on Jan. 10, was 221 yeas to 211 nays.
Dec 29, 2022: Politico: Republicans rage over White House plans to slow investigations
While the House GOP has spent weeks detailing its planned investigations into the Biden administration now that the party has a majority, the White House has stayed mostly silent on strategy. That changed Thursday morning, when White House Special Counsel Richard Sauber announced he plans to effectively reset the clock come Jan. 3 and ignore the long list of investigative requests already sent by Republican Reps. James Comer of Kentucky and Jim Jordan of Ohio — the incoming chairs for the Oversight and Judiciary Committees, respectively.
While the House GOP has spent weeks detailing its planned investigations into the Biden administration now that the party has a majority, the White House has stayed mostly silent on strategy. That changed Thursday morning, when White House Special Counsel Richard Sauber announced he plans to effectively reset the clock come Jan. 3 and ignore the long list of investigative requests already sent by Republican Reps. James Comer of Kentucky and Jim Jordan of Ohio — the incoming chairs for the Oversight and Judiciary Committees, respectively.
Dec 11, 2022: The Hill: GOP members who rebuffed Jan. 6 panel may face referral to ethics panel
The list includes House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy (Calif.), and Reps. Scott Perry (Pa.), Jim Jordan (Ohio), Andy Biggs (Ariz.), and Mo Brooks (Ala.).
The list includes House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy (Calif.), and Reps. Scott Perry (Pa.), Jim Jordan (Ohio), Andy Biggs (Ariz.), and Mo Brooks (Ala.).
Dec 9, 2022: Daily Beast: Rep. Jim Jordan Flip-Flops After Being Called Out Over Kanye Tweet
Rep. Jim Jordan (R-OH) responded fiercely during a committee hearing Thursday to Rep. Eric Swalwell (D-CA) after being asked to “disavow” a since-deleted tweet about Kanye West. The post, which appeared to support West, was originally sent out in early October by the GOP House Judiciary Committee—of which Jordan is the ranking member. It was deleted Dec. 1 as West launched an antisemitic tirade on Alex Jones’ conspiracy show, InfoWars. “Do you denounce your tweet praising Kanye West?” Swalwell asked Jordan, referencing the now-infamous and deleted “West, Trump, Elon” tweet. The right-wing member of Congress fired back: “That tweet was not on our account.” Then he claimed: “That tweet was removed!”
Rep. Jim Jordan (R-OH) responded fiercely during a committee hearing Thursday to Rep. Eric Swalwell (D-CA) after being asked to “disavow” a since-deleted tweet about Kanye West. The post, which appeared to support West, was originally sent out in early October by the GOP House Judiciary Committee—of which Jordan is the ranking member. It was deleted Dec. 1 as West launched an antisemitic tirade on Alex Jones’ conspiracy show, InfoWars. “Do you denounce your tweet praising Kanye West?” Swalwell asked Jordan, referencing the now-infamous and deleted “West, Trump, Elon” tweet. The right-wing member of Congress fired back: “That tweet was not on our account.” Then he claimed: “That tweet was removed!”
Oct 19, 2022: News Nation: Rep. Jim Jordan vows investigations if GOP wins House
Now, Rep. Jim Jordan (R-Ohio) says if Republicans win the House and Senate in November’s midterms, they will launch congressional investigations of their own into their Democratic counterparts in the same manner Republicans feel Democrats have targeted them.
Now, Rep. Jim Jordan (R-Ohio) says if Republicans win the House and Senate in November’s midterms, they will launch congressional investigations of their own into their Democratic counterparts in the same manner Republicans feel Democrats have targeted them.
Raw Story: Jim Jordan squirms as Maria Bartiromo urges him to impeach Merrick Garland
Rep. Jim Jordan (R-OH) refused to tell Fox News host Maria Bartiromo if he supports impeaching Attorney General Merrick Garland. 10.9.22
Rep. Jim Jordan (R-OH) refused to tell Fox News host Maria Bartiromo if he supports impeaching Attorney General Merrick Garland. 10.9.22
Feb 4, 2022: CNN: Exclusive: Newly obtained records show Trump and Jim Jordan spoke at length on morning of January 6
Two sources who have reviewed the call records tell CNN that Trump spoke on the phone at the White House residence with Jordan for 10 minutes on the morning of January 6. That afternoon, Jordan took to the House floor to object to the certification of President Joe Biden's Electoral College win, and pro-Trump supporters attacked the US Capitol.
Two sources who have reviewed the call records tell CNN that Trump spoke on the phone at the White House residence with Jordan for 10 minutes on the morning of January 6. That afternoon, Jordan took to the House floor to object to the certification of President Joe Biden's Electoral College win, and pro-Trump supporters attacked the US Capitol.
==2021==
Jan 18, 2021:
You can tell a lot about a person by their Twitter feed. Rep Jim Jordan is loaded with Fox News and Fox news and Fox news sprinkled with Newsmax and videos of himself on C-Span. Clearly shows why he cant see clearly whats going on in the world. Rep. Jim Jordan: @Jim_Jordan
You can tell a lot about a person by their Twitter feed. Rep Jim Jordan is loaded with Fox News and Fox news and Fox news sprinkled with Newsmax and videos of himself on C-Span. Clearly shows why he cant see clearly whats going on in the world. Rep. Jim Jordan: @Jim_Jordan
Dec 23, 2021: City Beat: Congress Wants to Talk to Ohio Rep. Jim Jordan About Jan. 6 Insurrection, Trump Communications
Investigating all aspects of the violent Jan. 6 insurrection at the U.S. Capitol in Washington D.C., the U.S. House of Representatives has requested a meeting with Jordan to discuss his connection to the event as well as his support for challenging the results of the November 2020 presidential election.
Investigating all aspects of the violent Jan. 6 insurrection at the U.S. Capitol in Washington D.C., the U.S. House of Representatives has requested a meeting with Jordan to discuss his connection to the event as well as his support for challenging the results of the November 2020 presidential election.
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Oct 20, 2021: Cincinnati Enquirer: U.S. Rep. Jim Jordan says he spoke to Trump after Jan. 6 attack, blasts committee probe
U.S. Rep. Jim Jordan said Wednesday that he spoke to former President Donald Trump after the Jan. 6 insurrection at the Capitol — not during — as he blasted Democrats for continuing to probe the attack. |
Jordan said Wednesday he "did not speak to the president during the attack." He also denied speaking with Trump about what McGovern called a "coordinated effort" to overturn the election results. "I talk to the president all the time," Jordan told the committee. "I talked to him that day. My understanding is, from my memory, I talked to him after the attack happened and we were moved to the chamber. I may have talked to him before. I don't know. All I'm saying is I had nothing to do with any of this." 10.20.21 |
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Oct 20, 2021: Cincinnati Enquirer: U.S. Rep. Jim Jordan says he spoke to Trump after Jan. 6 attack, blasts committee probe
U.S. Rep. Jim Jordan said Wednesday that he spoke to former President Donald Trump after the Jan. 6 insurrection at the Capitol — not during — as he blasted Democrats for continuing to probe the attack. |
Jordan, a Republican representing Ohio's 4th Congressional District, is a top Trump ally and has found himself at the center of the committee's investigation. Wyoming Rep. Liz Cheney has said he could be a "material witness" for the events leading up to Jan. 6 and efforts to block certification of the presidential election. 10.20.21 |
==2018==
July 13, 2018: The editorial board of the Cleveland Plain Dealer wrote, "Jim Jordan must acknowledge what he knew" about abuse at Ohio State University. Jordan owes it to himself, to the athletes he knew and coached, and to OSU to step forward and tell what he knows, what he saw and what he heard. No more denials.
February 17, 1964: James Daniel Jordan was born in Champaign County, Ohio
January 3, 1995: Jordan became a member of the Ohio House of Representatives from the 85th district.
January 3, 1995: Jordan became a member of the Ohio House of Representatives from the 85th district.