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Jim Jordan Elected House Republican Leader After Midterm Losses
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Rep. Jim Jordan was elected House Republican minority leader on Tuesday, defeating Steve Scalise following the party's midterm losses. Jordan secured 106 votes to Scalise's 73, marking his third bid for leadership. He has a history of supporting Israel, having visited the region and met with Israeli officials. Jordan stated his priority is to help Republicans regain the majority in the House.
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- Rep. Jim Jordan elected House Republican minority leader, defeating Steve Scalise.
- Jordan secured 106 votes to Scalise's 73 in a secret ballot.
- The election followed significant midterm losses for the Republican party.
- Jordan has a long record of supporting Israel and meeting with Israeli officials.
- Outgoing Speaker Mike Johnson welcomed Jordan's election as a sign of a "fighter."
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