House Republicans have elected Jim Jordan as their minority leader for the upcoming 120th Congress, according to multiple sources. Jordan secured 106 votes, surpassing House Majority Leader Steve Scalise, who received 73 votes in the internal party election held Tuesday.

The outcome follows a challenging midterm election cycle for Republicans, who now face the minority party status with Democrats holding a significant 254-166 margin in the House, with 15 races still undecided. The leadership contest for the House GOP comes as the party seeks to regroup and define its path forward after the electoral results.

Jordan, known for his hardline conservative stance and role as an ardent defender of former President Donald Trump, has previously led Republicans on the Oversight and Judiciary committees. His public profile has been amplified by frequent appearances on cable news programs.

In the Senate, Republican leadership remained unchanged, with Senator John Thune of South Dakota set to continue as the party's leader. His position was affirmed by acclimation after discussions within the conference regarding the party's direction post-midterms.

Jordan and Scalise were among the candidates who vied for House speaker in 2023 after the ousting of then-Speaker Kevin McCarthy. That tumultuous period saw Mike Johnson eventually elected speaker after a three-week leadership vacuum. Johnson recently announced he would not seek the minority leader position, opening the door for this election.

Other key House GOP leadership positions were also decided. Representative Tom Emmer of Minnesota was elected as the GOP minority whip, defeating Representative August Pfluger of Texas. Representative Lisa McClain of Michigan secured the role of GOP conference chair, winning against Representatives Erin Houchin of Indiana and Greg Steube of Florida.

Scalise, first elected to the House in 2008, has a long tenure in Republican leadership, serving as the party's second-highest-ranking member since 2023. He has also navigated personal health challenges, having been treated for multiple myeloma in late 2023.

Jordan, a former two-time NCAA champion wrestler, was first elected to Congress in 2007. His election as minority leader signals a continuation of his prominent role within the House Republican conference, emphasizing a confrontational and conservative approach as the party prepares for its minority status.