"Tom Emmer: The GOP Majority Whip vying for House Speaker with McCarthy's endorsement"

GOP Majority Whip Tom Emmer, with an endorsement from former Speaker Kevin McCarthy, has announced his candidacy for House Speaker. Emmer aims to unite the Republican conference and build on the party's success in regaining the House majority in 2022. However, he may face opposition from the hard-right faction of the party, including former President Trump, who endorsed Rep. Jim Jordan for speaker. Emmer's experience as an attorney and his ability to fundraise are seen as strengths, but the race for speaker remains complex as multiple candidates emerge.