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Trump Endorses Johnson as House Speaker Amid GOP Leadership Changes

President-elect Trump endorses Mike Johnson for House Speaker as GOP solidifies leadership roles ahead of 119th Congress.

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Updated: Nov 14th, 2024, 12:35 AM ET

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President-elect Donald Trump endorsed Mike Johnson for House Speaker during a private GOP meeting, where Johnson secured the nomination unanimously. Trump's support solidifies Johnson's position ahead of the January vote, while leadership roles for key party members like Steve Scalise and Tom Emmer were retained. Johnson faces challenges, needing 218 votes for final election, amid dissent from hard-right conservatives. Johnson's agenda aligns with Trump's, focusing on mass deportations and tax cuts, as they prepare for a unified Republican government despite narrow majority concerns.

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