Scalise prepares House GOP leadership bid after midterm losses

Politics · First reported 4 Nov, 15:33 · Updated 15:55

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Steve Scalise is preparing to seek House Republican leadership as the party regroups after losing its congressional majorities. Republicans are scheduled to elect leaders on November 10, with Jim Jordan a possible challenger.

Scalise is preparing to run for House Republican leadership after the party’s midterm losses.
Jim Jordan could challenge Scalise, while Mike Johnson has ruled out a bid for minority leader.
House Republicans are scheduled to elect their leaders on November 10; candidates must declare by Friday.

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Key facts

Candidate: Steve Scalise is preparing to seek House Republican leadership.
Possible challenger: Jim Jordan could enter the contest.
Leadership election: Scheduled for November 10.
Candidate declaration deadline: Friday.
Scalise’s district: Louisiana’s 1st Congressional District; he has represented it since 2008.