Paul Ryan, the current Speaker of the House of Representatives, is standing aside at the end of year, deciding to retire from the top job rather than be forced out.
For all his flaws, Ryan has been seen as a calming influence as the Republican party tears itself apart over the direction of the country under President Trump.
Ryan’s retirement creates a power vacuum in the House, and it comes just months away from the midterm elections which could see the Democrats wrestle power away from the GOP.
Paul Ryan must have his reasons for not seeking reelection, but as this video shows, the reactions from his colleagues varied wildly.
