The Louisiana Republican’s hold on the House speaker’s gavel and his position as second in line to the presidency will be tested Friday when a new U.S. Congress convenes and House Republicans weigh whether to reelect him to the post.

The Louisiana Republican’s hold on the House speaker’s gavel and his position as second in line to the presidency will be tested Friday when a new U.S. Congress convenes and House Republicans weigh whether to reelect him to the post.