Breaking news: Scalise withdraws as House speaker candidate, leaving G.O.P. in chaos

The No. 2 Republican could not find a path to unite his fractious party.

View in browser|nytimes.com Continue reading the main story October 12, 2023 BREAKING NEWS Kenny Holston/The New York Times Scalise Withdraws as House Speaker Candidate, Leaving G.O.P. in Chaos After being narrowly nominated for speaker, Steve Scalise, the No. 2 Republican leader, could not find a path to uniting his fractious party. Read more Get more breaking news in your inbox Sign up to receive emails from The New York Times as soon as important news breaks around the world. Get it in your inbox Continue reading the main story ADVERTISEMENT Continue reading the main story Need help? Review our newsletter help page or contact us for assistance. You received this message because you signed up for updates from The New York Times. To stop receiving From The Times, unsubscribe. To opt out of other promotional emails from The Times, including those regarding The Athletic, manage your email settings. To opt out of updates and offers sent from The Athletic, submit a request. Subscribe to The TimesGet The New York Times app Connect with us on: Change Your EmailPrivacy PolicyContact UsCalifornia Notices The New York Times Company. 620 Eighth Avenue New York, NY 10018