House Republicans nominated Rep. Steve Scalise of Louisiana for speaker on Wednesday, in a major step toward electing a replacement to lead the chamber more than a week after Kevin McCarthy’s historic ouster.
2 House Republican, with ample allies throughout the conference, an affable reputation and fundraising chops, was considered the favorite for the job.
With the nomination, which required the support of a majority of Republicans, a chamber-wide vote on the House floor is expected to follow.
Political Cartoons on Congress View All 254 ImagesWhether Jordan’s supporters are willing to back Scalise in a floor vote remains to be seen.
But the added pressure on the House floor could also bolster Scalise’s path to victory.
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