Steve Scalise Withdraws from House Speaker Race

Steve Scalise, the House Majority Leader, has withdrawn from the race to become the next House Speaker. Scalise's decision came late Thursday, as he informed Republicans of his withdrawal. This announcement follows earlier reports that Scalise had ended his bid for the position. The news comes after Scalise's campaign had gained attention in the political sphere. Scalise's decision not to pursue the speakership has significant implications for the future leadership of the House of Representatives.