House Speaker Mike Johnson announced he will not seek re-election as House Republican leader, setting off a contest between Steve Scalise and Jim Jordan. Johnson made the announcement during a conference call with aides on Wednesday, concluding a rise that was both unexpected and rapid three years ago. He stated he had discussed the decision with Trump prior to its public disclosure but did not clarify whether he would remain a member of the House in the next Congress or step down from his seat. Hours later, Jim Jordan formally launched his campaign, pledging to build a “proactive, visionary, and candid leadership team.” In response, Steve Scalise sent a letter to House Republicans emphasizing the necessity of unity and a “clear vision and agenda,” adding that he was “ready to lead from day one, charting our path back to majority status.”
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