Jim Jordan Elected House GOP Leader, Succeeds Scalise
Representative Jim Jordan has been elected as the new House GOP leader by House Republicans, defeating Representative Steve Scalise in a vote. Jordan, currently chair of the House Judiciary Committee, will officially begin his tenure as leader on January 3,…
Portland, OR, November 10, 2026 —
House Republicans have elected Representative Jim Jordan to serve as their new leader, following a vote among party members. Jordan, who currently chairs the House Judiciary Committee, secured the leadership position over Representative Steve Scalise.
The election results indicate a shift in House Republican leadership. Representative Jordan’s term as the incoming House GOP leader is scheduled to commence on January 3, 2027.
Further details regarding the vote count and the specific timeline of events leading to this decision were not provided in the available information. Representative Jordan’s current role as chair of the House Judiciary Committee places him at the forefront of legislative efforts concerning legal and constitutional matters within the House of Representatives.
The transition to this new leadership role is set for early 2027, marking a new chapter for the Republican party in the House.
Story summarized from the original created by Molly Martinez on www.kptv.com, see more information here.
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