Who is Jim Jordan? Pugnacious Trump ideologue to lead diminished Republican ranks

What happened: Jim Jordan was elected on Tuesday to lead House Republicans, elevating a combative Trump ideologue as the party adjusts to life out of power. Why it matters: Jordan will lead a diminished Republican conference whose ranks are shrinking to one of the smallest in decades. The role marks a turnaround for the Ohio Republican, who was pushed out of the House speakership race three years ago after colleagues repeatedly voted against his bid. Coverage: 3 outlets in 24h

Jim Jordan was elected on Tuesday to lead House Republicans, elevating a combative Trump ideologue as the party adjusts to life out of power.

Jordan will lead a diminished Republican conference whose ranks are shrinking to one of the smallest in decades. The role marks a turnaround for the Ohio Republican, who was pushed out of the House speakership race three years ago after colleagues repeatedly voted against his bid.