Houchin challenges McClain for House GOP conference chair

Rep. Erin Houchin (R-Ind.) is challenging House GOP conference Chair Lisa McClain (R-Mich.) for the role, which will be central as Republicans work to sharpen their messaging in the minority next year and counter Democrats’ agenda heading into 2028. Houchin said in a 'Dear Colleague' letter to Republicans on Wednesday that the road back to the majority starts now.