Rep. Steve Scalise (R-La.)
U.S. Government: Agencies/Departments/Divisions | Elected U.S. Legislators
Recent News About Rep. Steve Scalise (R-La.)
-
Leader Scalise Discusses The House Speaker Race, The Border, & Israel
House Majority Leader Steve Scalise (R-La.) recently appeared on Fox News’ Fox & Friends to discuss his candidacy for Speaker of the House of Representatives. In the interview, Leader Scalise emphasized his experience as Republican Whip and Majority Leader, highlighting his ability to unify Republicans and pass major legislative wins.One of Leader Scalise's top priorities as Speaker would be to secure America's border, which he claims the Biden Administration has left undefended amidst historic surges of illegal border crossings, record-high gottaways, and fentanyl deaths...
-
Scalise Stands with Israel in the Face of Attack
House Majority Leader Steve Scalise (R-La.) has issued a strong statement in response to the recent attack on Israel. In his statement, Scalise emphasizes the unwavering support of the United States for its greatest ally in the Middle East.Scalise states, "The United States will always stand with Israel, our greatest ally in the Middle East. This is war, not an isolated terrorist attack. Israel must defend itself, and I will firmly back them as they take all steps necessary to eradicate these terrorists."The attack on Israel is seen as a deliberate act of aggression by...
-
Rep. Burgess Owens Urges Colleagues to Choose Steve Scalise for House Speaker
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congressman Burgess Owens (R-Utah) has penned an op-ed for The Hill, urging his Republican colleagues to nominate Majority Leader Steve Scalise (R-La.) for Speaker of the House. Owens emphasizes Scalise's ability to unify conservatives and deliver both legislative wins and electoral victories."We’re at an urgent moment that calls for more than just competent leadership; it demands transformational leadership. A leadership that can unify us, amplify our conservative values, and deliver not just legislative wins but also electoral victories. That leader,...
-
House Majority Leader Steve Scalise Seeks Support for Speaker of the House Nomination
WASHINGTON, D.C. — House Majority Leader Steve Scalise (R-La.) has reached out to his colleagues today, seeking their support for the House Republican Conference's nomination for Speaker of the House. In a heartfelt letter, Scalise emphasized the importance of unity and the need to address the pressing challenges facing the nation."I firmly believe this Conference is a family," said Scalise. "When I was shot in 2017, it was Members of this Conference who saved my life on that field. When I made it to the hospital and my family was told my chances of surviving were low, it...
-
House Majority Leader Scalise Highlights Bipartisan Passage of Continuing Resolution to Fund Government
WASHINGTON, D.C. — House Majority Leader Steve Scalise (R-La.) joined House Speaker Kevin McCarthy (R-Calif.), House Majority Whip Tom Emmer (R-Minn.), and Republican Conference Chair Elise Stefanik (R-N.Y.) today to discuss the bipartisan passage of a continuing resolution to fund the government. Leader Scalise emphasized the importance of reining in government spending and securing America's southern border, while highlighting the lack of action by the Senate in passing appropriations bills.Leader Scalise expressed his concerns about the...
-
House Majority Leader Slams Biden Administration's Restrictive Five-Year Plan
WASHINGTON, D.C. — House Majority Leader Steve Scalise (R-La.) expressed his strong disapproval today regarding the Biden Administration's release of the most restrictive Outer Continental Shelf Oil and Gas Leasing Program for 2024 – 2029 in history."Today's announcement is the most restrictive five-year plan in our history. Once again, President Biden has sided with the radical climate mob rather than with hardworking families who are already suffering from sky-high gas prices and his self-created inflation crisis," said Scalise....
-
Federal Judge Halts Biden Administration's Decision on Gulf Energy Exploration, Applauded by House Majority Leader Steve Scalise
JEFFERSON, La. — In a significant blow to the Biden Administration's energy policies, a federal judge has ordered a halt to a decision that would have reduced the acreage of Lease Sale 261 and imposed additional restrictions on operations in the Gulf of Mexico. The court ruling comes after House Majority Leader Steve Scalise (R-La.) raised concerns about the administration's back room deal with radical environmentalists, which he argues violated the law and circumvented Congress."I applaud the Court for correctly deciding that the Biden...