Monday, U.S. Rep. Mike Rogers (R-Saks) announced he was backing U.S. Rep. Jim Jordan (R-Ohio) for House Speaker after a days-long ordeal that involved a possible Rogers' deal with U.S. House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-N.Y.).

Rogers made the announcement on social media Monday morning.

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Rogers' decision to endorse Jordan comes as he was threatened with a ballot challenge by members of the Alabama Republican Party.

SEE ALSO: ALGOP executive committee member threatens Republican primary ballot access challenge against U.S. Rep. Rogers over House Speaker saga

The major announcement comes as a vote on U.S. House Speaker is scheduled for Tuesday and is expected to pave the way for Jordan's speakership.

Jeff Poor is the editor in chief of 1819 News and host of "The Jeff Poor Show," heard Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-noon on Mobile's FM Talk 106.5. To connect or comment, email jeff.poor@1819News.com or follow him on Twitter @jeff_poor.

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