Mohamed Elsewedy continues as Support Egypt leader following uncontested election

The Support Egypt Coalition — the largest political bloc in the House of Representatives — announced yesterday that Mohamed Elsewedy will remain in place as the party’s leader as his reelection bid was uncontested, Ahram Gate reports. The coalition announced nine members who also won uncontested seats in its political office, while the remaining seats will be subject to a vote. Support Egypt’s internal elections come as parties and coalitions are contending for control of parliamentary committees, elections for which will be held during parliament’s third session, Al Shorouk reports. The House of Representatives is expected to reconvene in October, but the official announcement awaits a decision from President Abdel Fattah El Sisi.