House Majority Leader Steve Scalise, R-La., has indicated that Americans may soon know the balance of power in the House of Representatives, with a potential announcement as early as Thursday. Following the Republican Party's significant wins in the White House and Senate on Election Day, sources from Decision Desk have projected a slight edge for the GOP over Democrats in the House as of Wednesday afternoon.
Scalise expressed confidence in the GOP's position, noting that many close races, particularly in California, were leaning towards Republican incumbents by narrow margins. He also mentioned potential seat flips in favor of the GOP. Scalise anticipates a clearer picture of the House composition by Thursday.
Republicans, buoyed by their successes on Election Day, are optimistic about maintaining control of the House and potentially flipping the Senate. Scalise highlighted the opportunity for the government to focus on national turnaround efforts in January.
Scalise also addressed concerns about federal investigations into President-elect Donald Trump, calling for an end to what he perceived as politically motivated probes. He emphasized the need for justice system reforms to prevent the weaponization of federal agencies against political adversaries.
In a letter to House Republicans, Scalise outlined the first 100-day goals of a Republican-led federal government. He emphasized collaboration with Trump to enact legislation aimed at economic recovery, tax rate stability, and border security. Scalise pledged to advance conservative reforms using the reconciliation process to ensure policy changes with a simple majority in the Senate.
