House Republicans re-elected their leadership team from 1994, including Rep. Gingrich as speaker and Rep. Armey as majority leader. In his acceptance speech, Speaker Gingrich noted the historic accomplishment of the Republicans' retaining the majority in the House and talked about his desire to work with Democrats in Congress and the president to help the people. In his acceptance speech, Rep. Armey stressed the importance of respecting the president and Democrats in Congress as they all try to make progress on the problems facing the nation.