How Mike Johnson got enough support to secure the House speakership
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Johnson secures speakership
It’s a major boon for Republican vows to swiftly implement President-elect Donald Trump’s agenda.Politico - 2d -
Rep. Norman on changing his House speaker vote to support Mike Johnson
South Carolina Rep. Ralph Norman was one of the lawmakers who switched votes during the first round of voting for House speaker. Norman says he spoke to President-elect Donald Trump about his ...CBS News - 2d -
How Donald Trump reacted to Mike Johnson winning the House speaker vote
President-elect Donald Trump congratulated Mike Johnson on social media after the Louisiana representative won his bid to remain as House speaker. CBS News' Ed O'Keefe has more.CBS News - 2d -
How Mike Johnson won the fight to remain as House speaker
It only took one round for Mike Johnson to win his bid for House speaker but only after two Republican lawmakers switched their votes to support the Louisiana representative. CBS News' Scott ...CBS News - 2d -
Mike Johnson secures US House speakership after facing internal dissent
Three Republicans voted for someone else, but two later changed their votes while all Democrats backed Jeffries. After initially facing internal dissent, the Trump-endorsed Republican Mike ...The Guardian - 2d -
Mike Johnson clinches Speakership in stunning first ballot
Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) was reelected to the top post in the House in a stunning floor vote on the opening day of Congress on Friday, securing the gavel on the first ballot. But the vote did ...The Hill - 2d -
Will Trump's endorsement be enough for Mike Johnson to remain House speaker?
Mike Johnson may face Republican resistance in his quest to retain the House speakership. This comes after President-elect Donald Trump endorsed Johnson's bid. CBS News' Taurean Small and Ed ...CBS News - 2d -
Here’s How Mike Johnson’s Speakership Bid Could Come Undone
The House must choose a speaker before it can swear in new members and certify Donald J. Trump as the winner of the 2024 presidential election. Last time, it took four days and 15 votes.The New York Times - 3d -
House speaker Mike Johnson faces crucial Friday vote as support in doubt
The embattled Republican can only afford to lose one vote as GOP prepares to elect its congressional leader. Mike Johnson ’s grip on the House speakership faces a crucial test on Friday, as ...The Guardian - 3d
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