The absence of specifics on health care from the president-elect makes the plan released by Speaker of the House Paul Ryan in June the best outline of what Republicans would like to replace Obamacare.

During a rally, House Speaker Paul Ryan stressed the importance of Indiana's role in deciding which party controls Congress.

The House speaker told Republicans "you all need to do what's best for you in your district" and that he will not defend Donald Trump or campaign with him over the next month.

NPR's Steve Inskeep interviews House Speaker Paul Ryan about his policies on poverty, his thoughts on Donald Trump — and his advice for the next Republican vice presidential candidate.

The House Speaker — and 2012 Republican vice presidential pick — encouraged Trump's running mate to go into minority communities and Democratic-heavy areas to communicate GOP ideas.