House Republicans pick Ohio Rep. Jim Jordan to lead them in the minority
Summary
Rep. Jim Jordan of Ohio defeated Rep. Steve Scalise of Louisiana, 106-73, in a secret ballot to become House Republicans’ leader in the minority. Jordan said he would focus on challenging Democrats and preparing for expected investigations of the Trump administration.Key Facts
- Jordan chairs the House Judiciary Committee and co-founded the House Freedom Caucus.
- Scalise previously served as Republican whip and majority leader.
- Scalise said he raised $67.9 million for the midterm elections, with some funds going to House campaigns and the National Republican Congressional Committee.
- Jordan and Scalise had both sought the House speakership after Kevin McCarthy was removed, but neither won enough support.
- Tom Emmer and August Pfluger were competing for Republican whip.
- Lisa McClain, Erin Houchin and Greg Steube were competing for Republican conference chair.
- House Democrats planned to hold their leadership elections the following week.
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