Steve Scalise Wins Ninth Term in Congress

Republican House Majority Leader Steve Scalise has won reelection to a ninth term, securing 69% of the vote against Democrat Mel Manuel and several minor challengers in Louisiana's 1st Congressional District. Scalise has been a prominent figure in Congress since first being elected in 2008 and has served in leadership roles for over a decade, currently overseeing the House floor. Despite a serious 2017 shooting incident and a recent diagnosis of multiple myeloma, Scalise remains committed to his political career, emphasizing the importance of continuing to serve. He has actively campaigned for other Republican candidates, aiming to maintain a GOP majority in the House. Notably, Scalise and House Speaker Mike Johnson represent a powerful leadership duo from Louisiana, marking a historic moment for the state's congressional delegation. Scalise’s victory continues a trend, as his district has not elected a Democrat since 1976.