Steve Scalise launches bid to lead reeling House Republicans
Summary
Majority Leader Steve Scalise plans to seek the House Republican minority leader post after midterm losses cost the party its congressional majorities. Jim Jordan may challenge him, while Speaker Mike Johnson has told staff he will not run for the post.Key Facts
- Scalise is making his second bid for the top House Republican leadership position.
- Jordan, the House Judiciary Committee chair, is being considered as a potential contender.
- Scalise defeated Jordan in a 2023 Republican vote to nominate a speaker, but later withdrew after failing to secure enough support on the House floor.
- Some Republicans have called for an entirely new leadership team after the party’s losses.
- Majority Whip Tom Emmer is seeking support to remain whip in the minority, according to a person familiar with his plans.
- House Republicans are scheduled to elect their next leadership team on Nov. 10, and candidates must declare their intentions by Friday.
- Republicans are watching for whether President Donald Trump endorses a candidate.
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