Mike Johnson wins full term as House speaker after two Republicans change their votes: Highlights
Latest news and updates on the first day of Congress following last year's general election. Get the latest news as the new year kicks off in Washington.
Why the speaker vote should still worry Mike Johnson
But Johnson is also in trouble because many of the key votes ostensibly for him look more like votes for the Republican agenda in spite of him. After the vote, leaders of the House Freedom Caucus, a group of about three dozen right-wing,
Why Mike Johnson’s bid to remain House speaker could be a struggle despite Trump’s support
Mike Johnson is fighting for his political life, again. The Louisiana Republican’s hold on the House speaker's gavel and his position as second in line to the presidency will be tested Friday when a new Congress convenes.
Mike Johnson reelected as House speaker: What to know
WASHINGTON - Mike Johnson gained enough votes on Friday to maintain his role as House speaker.
How Mike Johnson pulled out a 2nd term as House speaker -- with Donald Trump's help
Mike Johnson secured the gavel in dramatic fashion, as he was on track to lose before two Republican defectors changed their vote after speaking to Donald Trump.
Thomas Massie no longer on House committee after voting against Speaker Mike Johnson
Rep. Thomas Massie, a Kentucky Republican who's sparred at times with party leadership, is reportedly no longer a member of a key House committee.
Mike Johnson critic Thomas Massie taken off powerful Rules Committee
Rep. Thomas Massie (R-Ky.) has been removed from the House Rules Committee after being the lone vote against Speaker Mike Johnson's (R-La.) reelection. Why it matters: Massie's departure from the influential panel could make it easier for Johnson to get legislation to the House floor.
Speaker Johnson foe Thomas Massie removed from powerful House Rules Committee
Rep. Thomas Massie, one of the most outspoken critics of House Speaker Mike Johnson, is off the powerful House Rules Committee, which plays a critical role in the functioning of the lower chamber of Congress.
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'Welp!' Mockery immediately hits Mike Johnson as he struggles to remain speaker
Speaker Mike Johnson's (R-LA) attempt to carry over his leadership to the 119th Congress struggled to pass its first vote ...
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'You serve in disgrace': Mike Johnson's attempt to blast Biden backfires from both sides
U.S. House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) on Saturday attempted to cast President Joe Biden as a "disgrace" to the presidency, ...
Can Elon Musk Become Speaker of the House if He's Not Natural Born Citizen?
Elon Musk has again found himself in the conversation for a powerful government position, this time as potential House ...
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Donald Trump backs Mike Johnson to remain House speaker
in his campaign to hold on to the gavel, writing Monday on his social media platform that Johnson has his “Complete & Total Endorsement.” “Speaker Mike John­son is a good, hard working ...
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Inside the Capitol as Louisiana's Mike Johnson is reelected speaker: 'We have a mandate'
See an inside look into how Johnson wrangled the votes he needed to keep one of the most powerful jobs in America.