The Hill reported that House Majority Leader Steve Scalise (R-La.) will run for minority leader, a move the outlet said would likely set up a contentious contest against House Judiciary Committee Chair Jim Jordan (R-Ohio) for the position. The report, by Sudiksha Kochi, cited a source familiar with Scalise's plans. Read The Hill's report on Scalise's plans

According to The Hill, the development followed swiftly after news that Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) told staff on Wednesday morning. The available text of that report does not say what Johnson told staff.

Politico reported that Scalise has launched his run for minority leader. Politico's headline said the launch comes with a promise of a "consensus-driven" approach. In a report by Mia McCarthy, Politico said Scalise has served as the House GOP's No. 2 or No. 3 leader for more than a decade. Read Politico's report on the launch

Both outlets report that Scalise is seeking the minority leader post. The Hill characterized the expected race as contentious, while Politico's headline emphasized Scalise's promised approach.

The Hill identified Scalise and Johnson as Republicans from Louisiana, and identified Jordan as a Republican from Ohio who chairs the House Judiciary Committee. Both reports carry a November 4, 2026 publication date.

Sources: The Hill: House Majority Leader Steve Scalise will run for minority leader; Politico: Steve Scalise launches minority leader run, promising 'consensus-driven' approach.