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VisitWill Mike Johnson be elected House Speaker on the first ballot on January 3, 2025?
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Speaker Mike Johnson Faces Tight Vote Amid GOP Opposition Despite Trump's Support
Jan 2, 2025, 06:36 PM
As the 119th Congress prepares to convene on January 3, 2025, House Speaker Mike Johnson is working to secure the necessary votes to retain his position amid opposition from within his own party. Republicans hold a narrow majority in the House of Representatives, with 219 members to the Democrats' 215, allowing Johnson to afford only one Republican defection in the Speaker election. However, the majority may reduce to 217 Republicans as two members are expected to join the Trump administration. Johnson has been actively engaging with Republican holdouts, including members of the House Freedom Caucus who are seeking process changes. Representative Thomas Massie has declared he will vote against Johnson, and Chip Roy remains undecided despite a personal call from former President Donald Trump. Johnson met with Trump at Mar-a-Lago on New Year's Day to "map out some strategy," highlighting the close cooperation between the two. Former President Trump has endorsed Johnson early at Johnson's suggestion and is actively involved in rallying support. Johnson expressed confidence in securing the speakership on the first ballot, stating, "I think we'll get it done on the first round... We'll have maybe one no vote." He emphasized the importance of unity within the party, saying, "We cannot afford any palace drama." The urgency to elect a Speaker is heightened by the need to certify Trump's presidential election victory and begin implementing the "America First" agenda. Any delay in the Speaker election could hinder Congress's ability to proceed with legislative business and key priorities. House Democrats are expected to be in full attendance and will not support Johnson, increasing the pressure on Republicans to unite.
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