Johnson steps aside from House GOP leadership after midterm losses

Politics · First reported 4 Nov, 14:10 · Updated 15:22

Mike Johnson told staff he will not seek a House Republican leadership role in the next Congress, as Republicans prepare for a leadership contest after losing the House majority. Jim Jordan and Steve Scalise are seeking the top Republican post, while other races may reshape the leadership team.

Johnson told staff Wednesday that he would not continue as House Republican leader; Republicans had lost the House majority in the midterm elections.
Jim Jordan and Steve Scalise announced bids to lead House Republicans in the minority. Republicans planned to hold an internal election for their candidate on Nov. 10.
August Pfluger announced he would challenge Tom Emmer for the Republican whip position. Semafor also reported possible competition for conference chair, while noting Democrats were not expecting major leadership changes.
Johnson was expected to remain in the House, though NBC News said it was unclear whether he would serve his full term.

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Key facts

Johnson’s decision: He told staff he would not continue in House Republican leadership.
Leadership candidates: Jim Jordan and Steve Scalise announced bids for the top Republican role.
Whip contest: August Pfluger said he would challenge Tom Emmer for the whip position.
Republican selection: An internal election for the minority-leader candidate was scheduled for Nov. 10.