President Donald Trump on Wednesday stated that the White House would not involve itself in the leadership contests to succeed House Speaker Mike Johnson, who has opted against running to be the minority leader in the next Congress.

"We'll stay out of it," he told reporters, when pressed on the contests.

So far, Rep. Jim Jordan, R-Ohio, and Majority Leader Steve Scalise have thrown their hats in the ring to replace Johnson.

Trump also heaped praise on Johnson, whom he called "fantastic."

Rep. August Pfluger, R-Texas, has also announced he would seek the post of minority whip.

Ben Whedon is the Chief Political Correspondent at Just the News. Follow him on X.