Mon Nov 18 21:30:00 UTC 2024: ## Hinson Withdraws from House GOP Conference Chair Race
**WASHINGTON D.C.** – Rep. Ashley Hinson (R-IA) has removed herself from consideration for House GOP Conference Chair, opting instead to focus on representing Iowa’s 2nd Congressional District. The position opened up after Rep. Elise Stefanik was nominated by President-elect Donald Trump to serve as U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations.
Hinson, who was re-elected last week to a third term, issued a statement expressing gratitude for the consideration but citing her commitment to her constituents and advancing President-elect Trump’s agenda as her priorities. Some Republicans had viewed Hinson as a potential future Senate candidate.
The sudden vacancy created a tight timeframe for Republicans to select a new Conference Chair before Wednesday’s internal leadership elections. While Republicans are expected to retain control of the House, the outcome of several outstanding races remains undecided.
In her reelection victory speech, Hinson pledged her support for President-elect Trump’s agenda over the next four years, outlining key priorities such as border security, restarting American energy projects, and removing bureaucratic obstacles.
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