The White House has chosen to remain neutral in the ongoing battle for the House speaker's position on Capitol Hill. During a recent press briefing, White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre emphasized the administration's focus on the president's domestic agenda for the remainder of his term in office. Jean-Pierre stated that the administration does not interfere in leadership elections within Congress, regardless of party affiliation.
She reiterated that the president's primary focus is on addressing the needs of the American people and fulfilling his responsibilities over the next 17 days, which are packed with various engagements. The White House intends to allow Congress to conduct its business independently.
However, in 2023, as the House GOP engaged in a contentious battle over the speaker's position, White House spokesperson Andrew Bates criticized Republicans for their perceived lack of unity. Bates expressed disappointment in the party's internal strife, describing their actions as being out of touch with the priorities of working families. He urged lawmakers to unite and align themselves with the president's agenda for the benefit of the nation.
