Jim Jordan Bids for House Minority Leader After GOP Loses House Majority
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Updated · Fox News · Nov 4
Jim Jordan Bids for House Minority Leader After GOP Loses House Majority
3 articles · Updated · Fox News · Nov 4
Summary
Democrats are projected to take House control, and two sources said Jim Jordan is moving to lead Republicans in the minority for the next two years.
The bid follows a devastating GOP election night that erased its razor-thin majority and triggered calls inside the conference for new leadership.
Jordan enters with months of quiet support-building and a national campaign role for Republican candidates, though he is expected to face a serious challenge from Steve Scalise.
Mike Johnson's plans remain unclear, but he is widely expected to step aside, leaving the next minority leader to become Donald Trump's chief House defender against Democratic investigations and possible impeachment efforts.
Jordan's path is easier than his failed 2023 speaker run because minority leader requires only a majority of House Republicans, not the full chamber.