Race for Speaker of the House

Congressman Kevin McCarthy has stepped down as the Speaker of the House, triggering the need for a replacement. Currently, two Republicans, Congressman Jim Jordan and House Majority Leader Steve Scalise, have officially announced their candidacy for the position. Other potential contenders include Oklahoma Rep Kevin Hearn and former President Donald Trump. While the Speaker does not have to be an elected official, there is speculation about the possibility of former Congressman and New York gubernatorial candidate, Niselele, filling the spot. Ultimately, the Speaker of the House will be decided by a majority vote, which may take several weeks.