House Majority Leader Steve Scalise is already making calls to shore up support for him to replace Rep. Kevin McCarthy, R-Calif., as speaker of the House of Representatives.
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House Majority Leader Steve Scalise, R-La., is seeking support to replace former House Speaker Kevin McCarthy, who was removed in a narrow vote earlier Tuesday, Fox News Digital has learned. Sources familiar with the situation told Fox that Scalise has been making calls behind the scenes to shore up support ahead a possible vote Wednesday to select the next speaker.
Rep. Matt Gaetz, R-Fla., who introduced the motion to vacate against McCarthy that ultimately led to his removal, told reporters Tuesday afternoon that Scalise would be"a phenomenal speaker." House Majority Leader Rep. Steve Scalise listens during a press conference following a House Republican Conference meeting at the U.S. Capitol Building on July 18, 2023 in Washington, DC.This is a developing story. Check back for updates.Get the latest updates from the 2024 campaign trail, exclusive interviews and more Fox News politics content.
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