House Majority Whip Steve Scalise (R-La.) released the following statement after the House passed the Frank LoBiondo Coast Guard Authorization Act of 2018 unanimously. “The U.S. Coast Guard is a vital part of our nation’s armed forces as they ensure the safety of our seas, waterways and ports and defend our maritime borders. Because of the Coast Guard's successful… Read more »

House Majority Whip Steve Scalise (R-La.) announced today his appointment of Congressman Drew Ferguson (R-Ga.) as his Chief Deputy Whip for the 116th Congress. “I am honored that Drew Ferguson has accepted my offer to serve as my Chief Deputy Whip for the 116th Congress," said Whip Scalise. "Drew has proven himself to be a tireless worker, and an invaluable member of my whip team… Read more »

House Majority Whip Steve Scalise (R-La.) released the following statement after the Army Corps of Engineers released its 2019 Work Plan. “I’m glad the Corps included more than $180 million for important projects in Louisiana, including nearly $100 million to make major improvements to navigational projects throughout Southeast Louisiana. "I will continue pushing the Corps… Read more »

House Majority Whip Steve Scalise (R-La.) was today selected to serve as the Republican Whip for the 116th Congress. After running unopposed for this position, he was unanimously voted in by his Republican colleagues. “I am honored that my colleagues have chosen me to be their Republican Whip for the 116th Congress. While the midterm election results were not what we hoped… Read more »

House Majority Whip Steve Scalise (R-La.) today congratulated Justin Crossie, long-time Regional Director for his LA-01 district offices, on joining the Small Business Administration as the Regional Administrator for Region VI. “I congratulate Justin Crossie on joining President Trump’s team at SBA, and I look forward to working with him to continue growing our economy and… Read more »

House Majority Whip Steve Scalise (R-La.) joined Fox Business Network's Sunday Morning Futures with Maria Bartiromo to discuss the stark contrast in the Democrat and Republican party agendas on issues ranging from the economy, immigration, and health care. While Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.) calls for higher taxes and a government takeover of the American health care… Read more »

House Majority Whip Steve Scalise (R-La.) joined Fox News Channel's America's Newsroom to call on all Americans to find unity in the wake of the attack at the Tree of Life synagogue in Pittsburgh, Penn. He urged Americans to confront bigotry and hatred in their communities, and to work together to help end the religious and political divisions that have become so prevalent. He also… Read more »

After bombing attempts, all must agree that violence and terror have no place in politics House Majority Whip Steve Scalise (R-La.) penned an op-ed forFoxNews.com in response to recent reports of mail-bomb attacks against prominent political leaders. As more cases of political violence are reported, Whip Scalise called on Americans to remember what America stands… Read more »

House Majority Whip Steve Scalise (R-La.) joined Fox News Channel's Fox & Friends to discuss the latest reports of politically motivated attacks and attempts to intimidate political leaders. Whip Scalise called on all Americans to remember that there is no place for violence in American politics and to seek unity. He also reminded everyone of the need to wait for law enforcement… Read more »

House Majority Whip Steve Scalise (R-La.) joined Fox News Channel's Tucker Carlson Tonight to discuss today's reported mail-bomb attacks and the disturbing trend of politically motivated violence. As a survivor of such an attack, Whip Scalise has been outspoken against violence in politics and urged Americans and political leaders to condemn it whenever it occurs. Click here or on… Read more »