The Louisiana representative topped Ohio’s Jim Jordan in the party’s secret ballot, setting the stage for a full House vote.
Scalise’s path to victory was seen as largely cleared earlier in the day when the Republican caucus knocked down a proposed rule change that would have required either candidate to secure 217 votes before a full House vote. Instead, candidates just needed a simple majority of the conference to move forward. “We have a lot of work to do,” Scalise told reporters shortly after the vote. Scalise’s nomination was applauded by a number of Republicans as they exited the meeting.
Nehls predicted a potentially long week ahead, noting the deep divisions within the party. Scalise and Jordan rapidly emerged as the top contenders to replace McCarthy. Allies of both were quick to throw their lots in with both. On Tuesday night they made their case; notably both expressed support for another continuing resolution to keep the government open—the very move that instigated McCarthy’s demise.
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