What is the Minority Leader?
The Minority Leader is the leader of the political party that has the least members in the U.S. Senate or House of Representatives — compared to the majority leader. The upper and lower house both have a similar structure to – leadership of the parties in both houses is designated to minority and majority leader.
A minority leader is elected for each chamber by the respective party caucuses. The caucus being the party with the second most members.
What does the minority leader do?
The minority leader: develops the minority position; negotiates with the majority party; directs minority caucus activities on the floor; directs floor activity for the minority party; leads floor debate for the minority party. Leadership is a key ingredient to a successful Legislature.
Who is the Minority leader?
Republican Mitch McConnell is the current leader of the second largest caucus in a legislative body.
