As the failed attempt of Jim Jordan for House Speaker draws to a close, the Republican party has already begun to look to the next candidates for the role. With the coming Monday expected to be when the party reconvenes to decide on a new Speaker, likely candidates have already started to emerge with Kevin McCarthy and Steve Scalise being the most popular of them.
McCarthy, currently the House Majority Leader, has long been rumoured as a potential successor. According to sources close to the GOP, McCarthy is an experienced and trusted Congressman, and has been the party’s top spokesperson for a number of years. His ties to the Republican party will likely result in his consideration by the group when it reconvenes.
The other likely candidate is Steve Scalise. The House Minority Whip is known for his sharp and aggressive leadership style, making him a viable option for the role. Scalise has long been a powerful voice in the chamber of Congress, and has emerged as a leader in the House amidst a time of turmoil.
In terms of what the GOP might look for in its new Speaker, one can expect experience and the ability to bring unity back into the party. In addition, there are certain policies and causes that members of the party will want the new Speaker to pursue. Among these are cutting taxes, offering increased border security, and repealing Obamacare, among many others.
No matter who is chosen to be the next House Speaker, it is clear the Republican party needs a leader that will help it to get back on its feet in the wake of the failed Jordan bid. With McCarthy and Scalise emerging as the two most likely candidates, it will be interesting to see which of them, if either, is ultimately chosen by the party when it reconvenes on Monday.
As the failed attempt of Jim Jordan for House Speaker draws to a close, the Republican party has already begun to look to the next candidates for the role. With the coming Monday expected to be when the party reconvenes to decide on a new Speaker, likely candidates have already started to emerge with Kevin McCarthy and Steve Scalise being the most popular of them.
McCarthy, currently the House Majority Leader, has long been rumoured as a potential successor. According to sources close to the GOP, McCarthy is an experienced and trusted Congressman, and has been the party’s top spokesperson for a number of years. His ties to the Republican party will likely result in his consideration by the group when it reconvenes.
The other likely candidate is Steve Scalise. The House Minority Whip is known for his sharp and aggressive leadership style, making him a viable option for the role. Scalise has long been a powerful voice in the chamber of Congress, and has emerged as a leader in the House amidst a time of turmoil.
In terms of what the GOP might look for in its new Speaker, one can expect experience and the ability to bring unity back into the party. In addition, there are certain policies and causes that members of the party will want the new Speaker to pursue. Among these are cutting taxes, offering increased border security, and repealing Obamacare, among many others.
No matter who is chosen to be the next House Speaker, it is clear the Republican party needs a leader that will help it to get back on its feet in the wake of the failed Jordan bid. With McCarthy and Scalise emerging as the two most likely candidates, it will be interesting to see which of them, if either, is ultimately chosen by the party when it reconvenes on Monday.
