Coverage dated November 5, 2026

Houchin challenges McClain for House GOP conference chair

Headline from The Hill

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.

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  1. The Hill

    Houchin challenges McClain for House GOP conference chair (opens The Hill)

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    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.

  2. WISH-TV Indianapolis

    Rep. Erin Houchin of Indiana runs for US House GOP conference chair (opens WISH-TV Indianapolis)

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    WASHINGTON — Rep. Erin Houchin of Indiana is running for chair of the House Republican Conference, the party’s No. 3 leadership post, according to her letter to colleagues. Houchin will run against Rep. Lisa McClain of Michigan, the incumbent chair, and Rep. Greg Steube of Florida for the No.