WASHINGTON—Rep. Jim Jordan ’s passionate Republican supporters were supposed to help his campaign for House speaker. Instead, they may be sinking his chances, with lawmakers opposing his run complaining of bullying calls and even death threats. For days, outside allies, including party activists and media personalities, have turned up the heat on recalcitrant Republican lawmakers, pressing them to back Jordan. But their campaign may have backfired, hardening the opposition of holdout Republicans who would prefer to look elsewhere for a new leader.

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Persons: Jim Jordan ’ Organizations: WASHINGTON — Rep, Republican Locations: Jordan