Republicans Prepare for a Three-Way Leadership Fight if They Lose

House Speaker Mike Johnson's sudden candor about his political future undercuts the quiet maneuvering ahead of the party's post-election leadership race. Why it matters: If Johnson follows former Speaker Nancy Pelosi and stays in leadership should Republicans lose their majority, the contest could become a three-way fight. Majority Leader Steve Scalise (R-La.) is widely seen as one of the main contenders

Speaker of the House Mike Johnson's sudden outspokenness about his political future upends quiet maneuvering ahead of the post-election GOP leadership race. Why it matters: The race could become a three-way battle if Johnson follows former President Nancy Pelosi and remains in charge if Republicans lose the majority. Majority Leader Steve Scalise (R-La.) has been widely seen as one of the main contenders