Ohio Representative Jim Jordan has been chosen by House Republicans to serve as the party’s leader in the House for the next Congress, following a secret ballot election that saw him defeat Louisiana Representative Steve Scalise.
The vote was taken by Republican members of the House and confirmed Jordan’s position as the new minority leader. Jordan, who chairs the House Judiciary Committee, will now guide the party’s strategy and legislative agenda while it remains in the opposition.
The election came after the 2024 mid‑term elections, which left the Republican caucus in the minority. The leadership choice is expected to shape the party’s approach to the upcoming legislative session.
Jordan’s selection follows a long career as a prominent conservative voice in Congress, and his role as committee chair has made him a key figure in shaping the party’s policy priorities.
Scalise, who represented Louisiana, was the candidate who lost the election. The outcome was announced by the caucus in a closed‑door vote, with no public polling of the results.
<small>Source: PBS NewsHour — read the original story there.</small>
