The former president keeps careful watch over his endorsements from elected Republicans, aided by a disciplined and methodical behind-the-scenes operation.
House Republicans were meeting behind closed doors to grind through multiple votes to find a nominee for speaker, with several members vying for the post.
The House G.O.P. was set to meet behind closed doors to grind through multiple votes to find a nominee for speaker, with eight of their members vying for the post.