However, as belching is a natural response to abdominal discomfort, there must be other symptoms present to make a diagnosis. Conditions that may cause belching include: gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD): a disorder that causes acid from the stomach to flow upward into the esophagus, or food pipe.
Current Leaders Majority LeaderKevin McCarthy (R) Majority WhipSteve Scalise (R) Minority LeaderNancy Pelosi (D) Minority WhipSteny Hoyer (D) Party Leaders of the U.S. House of Representatives Party leaders and whips of the United States House of Representatives, also known as floor leaders, are elected by their respective parties in a closed-door caucus by secret ballot.[1]
Senate Democrats have elected Chuck Schumer to be their new minority leader when Congress convenes in January. Schumer says Democrats will work with Donald Trump on issues where they agree but challenge him when values are under assault. (Nov. 16) AP.