Speaker Mike Johnson floats possibility of Congress eliminating federal courts

Republican lawmakers are setting their sights on the judiciary following court rulings that have halted President Trump’s agenda. NBC News’ Julie Tsirkin reports on the GOP ramping up its attacks on judges as Speaker Mike Johnson floats eliminating federal courts.
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