Politics and Governance
Speaker Vote Challenges Johnson Amid Freedom Caucus Opposition
January 3, 2025 at 10:29 AM
Rep. Mike Johnson faces a tight Speaker vote as the Freedom Caucus and other Republican hardliners weigh their support. With a razor-thin GOP majority, opposition from figures like Rep. Thomas Massie could derail Johnson's bid. Endorsed by Trump, Johnson aims to unite a divided party, but critics remain skeptical of his compromises with Democrats. The outcome will shape Congressional dynamics and test the GOP's ability to govern.