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House GOP elects Jim Jordan as new leader as the party looks to rebuild from midterms

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November 10, 2026 • 10:01 AM
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Jordan, a close Trump ally and co-founder of the ultra-conservative House Freedom Caucus, will succeed Mike Johnson, who says he's stepping down as the chamber's top Republican.

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