Trump praises Mike Johnson as an excellent speaker.
OAN’s Daniel Baldwin
8:45 AM – Wednesday, October 24, 2023
Former President Donald Trump lauded Louisiana Rep. Mike Johnson ahead of the upcoming Speaker of the House vote at a New York City courthouse.
“We think Mike Johnson (R-La.) is going to do really well,” said Trump. “He’s fantastic. I think he’s going to be a fantastic speaker.”
Johnson emerged as the GOP’s fourth nominee for speaker in just three weeks. The House Republican Conference selected Johnson as its speaker designate late Tuesday night. Reports indicate that Johnson secured 128 votes in the secret ballot.
This development followed Minnesota Rep. Tom Emmer (R-Minn.) winning the speaker designate position, but quickly withdrawing after Trump urged Republicans to vote against him.
The House floor vote for speaker is scheduled to commence around 12pm EST.
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How will the election of the Speaker of the House influence the direction of the Republican party and the legislative priorities of the United States Congress
Former President Donald Trump has expressed his support for Louisiana Rep. Mike Johnson ahead of the upcoming Speaker of the House vote. Trump praised Johnson as a “fantastic” candidate and predicted that he would excel in the role of speaker.
Johnson has emerged as the GOP’s fourth nominee for speaker in just three weeks. The House Republican Conference selected him as its speaker designate late on Tuesday night. Reports indicate that Johnson secured 128 votes in the secret ballot.
This development comes after Minnesota Rep. Tom Emmer initially won the speaker designate position but quickly withdrew following Trump’s urging for Republicans to vote against him. Emmer’s withdrawal opened the door for Johnson to step into the role.
Trump’s endorsement of Johnson is significant as it carries weight within the Republican party. With his large following and influence, Trump’s support could sway the opinions of many Republicans in the upcoming vote.
The role of the Speaker of the House is crucial in the functioning of the United States Congress. The speaker is responsible for overseeing the legislative agenda, leading debates on the House floor, and representing the House to the executive branch and the public. It is a position of great influence and carries significant responsibility.
Mike Johnson has a strong conservative record and has been a vocal supporter of Trump’s policies during his time in Congress. He has championed conservative values and has proven himself to be a capable leader within the Republican party.
If Johnson is elected as the Speaker of the House, he will have the opportunity to shape the agenda and priorities of the Republican party in Congress. His leadership will influence the direction of important legislation and play a critical role in shaping future policies.
The upcoming vote for the Speaker of the House will be closely watched by political observers and members of the Republican party. It will be a key indicator of the direction that the party is headed and will have significant implications for the future of the United States Congress.
As the election date approaches, the support and endorsement of influential figures like Donald Trump will likely play a crucial role in swaying the opinions of Republican lawmakers. The outcome of the vote will determine who will hold one of the most powerful positions in the United States government.
The Republican party will be looking to select a strong, capable leader who can effectively represent conservative values and advance their legislative agenda. Mike Johnson, with the backing of Donald Trump, has emerged as a frontrunner for the role.
The upcoming vote will undoubtedly be a significant moment in American politics. The election of the Speaker of the House will have far-reaching implications for the direction of the Republican party and the legislative priorities of the United States Congress. All eyes will be on the outcome of the vote and the subsequent impact it will have on the political landscape.
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