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Rep. Mike Johnson, a relatively unknown staunchly conservative Republican, has been elected as the new speaker of the House, breaking a weeks-long stalemate. Johnson, an ally of former president Donald Trump, opposes abortion, voted against Ukraine aid, and supports LGBTQ restrictions.
Rep. Mike Johnson, a Louisiana Republican and vocal supporter of former President Donald Trump, has been elected as the new speaker of the House. Johnson played a key role in the failed efforts to overturn the 2020 election and has served in various leadership positions within the Republican Party. He is known for his focus on constitutional law and has been involved in Trump's impeachment trials. Johnson's win followed the withdrawal of other candidates, including Reps. Kevin Hern, Steve Scalise, Jim Jordan, and Tom Emmer. Trump has expressed support for Johnson's speakership bid.