Republicans Divided Between Establishment and Populist Wings in Leadership Election
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Republicans face a choice between Steve Scalise, seen as an establishment figure who could unify the party, and Jim Jordan, a firebrand aligned with Trump's populism.
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Scalise has risen through the ranks with an insider's ability to whip votes, while Jordan is a favorite of the base for his anti-establishment posture.
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Scalise is pitching himself as someone who can overcome divisions and bring unity, while Jordan uses more heated partisan rhetoric.
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Their styles could determine whether the House trends toward shutdowns and obstructionism (Jordan) or more mainstream governing (Scalise).
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Whoever wins will influence the national party's agenda and tone as it debates populism versus the establishment.