Jim Jordan Elected House Minority Leader

GRAND RAPIDS, MI. - U.S. Representative, Jim Jordan of Ohio, secured the position of House Minority Leader on Tuesday, November 10, 2026. House Republicans elected Jordan in a closed-door vote, positioning him to lead the Republican conference in the next Congress. This outcome follows significant election losses for the party, marking a notable shift for House Republicans as they prepare to operate in the minority.

Jordan, a conservative Republican and close ally of President Trump, defeated House Majority Leader Steve Scalise. The vote tally showed Jordan receiving 106 votes to Scalise's 73. This leadership change reflects the party's internal dynamics as it navigates its new role in the House.

Jordan and Scalise previously competed for House GOP leadership in October 2023. Both representatives ran for House Speaker after the ouster of Kevin McCarthy. Scalise initially won the nomination during that contest but later withdrew, and Mike Johnson eventually secured the speakership.

Other leadership positions also saw contests among House Republicans. Representatives Tom Emmer of Minnesota and August Pfluger of Texas vied for the Republican whip position. Representatives Lisa McClain of Michigan, Erin Houchin of Indiana, and Greg Steube of Florida were candidates for conference chair. Separately, House Speaker Mike Johnson stated he will not seek to remain in leadership, and House Republicans expect to vote on the impeachment of Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth.