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Bayou Brothers: Scalise and Richmond Share Stories of Friendship with Face the Nation

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House Majority Whip Steve Scalise (R-La.) and Congressional Black Caucus Chairman Cedric Richmond (D-La.) joined CBS' Face the Nation to share stories of their friendly rivalry in the Congressional Baseball Game. Despite having differing political beliefs, Whip Scalise and Chairman Richmond have been friends since their days serving in the Louisiana State Legislature. Richmond was the…

Scalise: Sports Bring us Together

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House Majority Whip Steve Scalise (R-La.) penned a column for Fox News describing first hand how meaningful it was for him to return to the Congressional Baseball Game this Thursday and how sports are able to unite Americans of all political beliefs.     Rep. Steve Scalise: My Return to the Ball Field Reminds Me How Blessed I Am to Be Alive Never doubt the ability…

Back on the Diamond

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House Majority Whip Steve Scalise (R-La.) made his return to the baseball diamond for the Congressional Baseball Game for Charity this week, a year after surviving a near-fatal attack. He is thankful to God for His many miracles and the U.S. Capitol Police that he was able to once again join his team on the field and make the first play of the game. Read on to see how Whip Scalise's…

? Starting 9

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With the 2018 Congressional Baseball Game in the books, here is a look back on Majority Whip Steve Scalise’s (R-La.) return to the game in 9 photos: 1. Whip Scalise heads to the dugout at Washington Nationals Park.   2. Whip Scalise walks with team rookie Rep. Mia Love (R-Utah) on the way to warm up.   3. Special Agents David Bailey and Crystal…

An Incredible Journey

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House Majority Whip Steve Scalise (R-La.) made his return to the Congressional Baseball Game after surviving an attack at a Congressional Baseball practice last year. With a will to succeed and months of physical therapy, Whip Scalise reclaimed his position as the starting second basemen and proved his skill, making the first play of the game and recording the first out. Read on to see…

Full Circle

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House Majority Whip Steve Scalise (R-La.) made his return to the Congressional Baseball Game last night. One year after a near-fatal shooting at a Congressional Baseball practice, Whip Scalise stepped back on the field and started at second base where he made the first play of the game and secured the Republicans' first out. Fox News Channel's Fox & Friends followed Whip Scalise…

We are really like brothers.

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Congressmen Steve Scalise (R-La.), Kevin Brady (R-Texas), John Shimkus (R-Ill.), and Erik Paulsen (R-Minn.) spoke with Politico’s Rachel Bade and Kyle Cheney about how important their friendship was to each other after last year's near-fatal shooting. The four have been roommates for nearly a decade, and Whip Scalise relied on their close relationship and ever-present banter…

Scalise 'Grateful' to Get Back in the Game

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One year after surviving the shooting at the Congressional Baseball practice, House Majority Whip Steve Scalise (R-La.) is grateful to be rejoining his team at tonight's Congressional Baseball Game. In an interview with Roll Call, he describes why he has always loved this game and its ability to bring Members of Congress together, regardless of party—and how this year's…

Scalise Joins Fox & Friends on Return to Congressional Baseball Game

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House Majority Whip Steve Scalise (R-La.) spoke with Steve Doocy of Fox News Channel's Fox & Friends live from Washington Nationals Park this morning to share how meaningful it is for him to rejoin his teammates at this year's Congressional Baseball Game. Click here or or on the image below to watch the segment.    

CNN's New Day: Steve Scalise Takes the Field

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House Majority Whip Steve Scalise (R-La.) shared his excitement with CNN's "New Day" at this morning's Republican baseball practice as he prepares to once again join his teammates on the field at tonight's game. A year after the shooting at the Congressional Baseball Game practice, every member of the team is ready to retake the field, stronger than ever. Click here or on the image…