Louisiana Republican Rep. Mike Johnson is the next U.S. House Speaker. You have to hand it to him. Anyone who could capture the Speakership and not lose a single vote in this Republican Party? It’s quite a feat. Now, there are a few possible reasons for his success on the House Floor. Part of it could be fatigue. Republican Party members have been meeting for three weeks to try and replace Kevin McCarthy. They’ve also had several failed nominations over that time. Members may have been tired of going over this and decided to consolidate behind Johnson.
Republicans finally elect a Speaker. What now?
Republicans finally elect a Speaker. What…
Republicans finally elect a Speaker. What now?
Louisiana Republican Rep. Mike Johnson is the next U.S. House Speaker. You have to hand it to him. Anyone who could capture the Speakership and not lose a single vote in this Republican Party? It’s quite a feat. Now, there are a few possible reasons for his success on the House Floor. Part of it could be fatigue. Republican Party members have been meeting for three weeks to try and replace Kevin McCarthy. They’ve also had several failed nominations over that time. Members may have been tired of going over this and decided to consolidate behind Johnson.