"House GOP Struggles: Internal Divisions and Election Optimism"

House Republicans are facing internal strife as GOP lawmakers campaign against each other in primary races in South Carolina, Illinois, Texas, and Virginia, prompting Speaker Mike Johnson to urge them to stop. The bitter primary battles reflect the ongoing divisions within the party, with hardliners advocating a confrontational approach and others seeking incremental victories. The infighting has led to a sense of gridlock and has distracted Republicans from focusing on maintaining their slim majority, causing concern among party leaders and members alike.