House Republicans Elect Mike Johnson as New Speaker
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Ending Weeks of Paralysis
WEB After three chaotic weeks following the ouster of Kevin McCarthy, Republicans in the House of Representatives have elected Rep. Mike Johnson as their new speaker.
Johnson, a hard-right legal warrior, was a relatively unknown figure in Congress before his election. However, he emerged as a leading candidate after a group of rebels within the Republican Party refused to support McCarthy.
A Low-Key Lawmaker
WEB Despite being a member of Congress for less than a decade, Johnson is not well-known to most Americans. However, he has been a vocal supporter of former President Donald Trump and was a key congressional figure in the failed attempt to overturn the 2020 election results.
A Major Moment
WEB The election of Johnson as speaker is a major moment in the history of the Republican Party. It represents a shift to the right within the party, and it could have significant implications for the future of American politics.
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