The new Speaker is Louisiana Republican Mike Johnson. The final vote on the first ballot was 220-209. Here is his very fine acceptance speech:
Rep. Mike Johnson was elected by the House to become the next speaker as Republicans rallied behind their fourth nominee to replace former Speaker Kevin McCarthy.
Johnson could afford only a handful of defections from his fellow Republicans in the chamber-wide vote, but unlike prior candidates, there were no defections to his candidacy from his party.
[. . .] Johnson also got support from former President Trump, who gave his support for the GOP nominee, urging Republicans to “get it done, fast” ahead of a potential House speaker vote.
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Republicans were ecstatic about the election of Johnson, with House Majority Whip Tom Emmer — who secured the GOP’s speaker nomination on Tuesday before bowing out — writing his congratulations to the new speaker.
“Congratulations to my friend and colleague, [Johnson], on being elected Speaker of the House!” Emmer posted.
“His strong convictions and commitment to conservatism will serve this body and the American people well,” Emmer added.
Rep. Byron Donalds, R-Fla., who also ran for House speaker, wrote “servant leadership,” with a picture of the new speaker’s nameplate
“God bless America,” Donalds wrote.
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I think he must be the right guy. I read some terrible things about him…………….from the Dems Schumer and Schiff. Yeah, he must be the right guy. 🙂
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Our new Speaker is a gentle man as well as a gentleman. This bodes well for his ability to endure, as the days ahead will be challenging. A large percentage of folk in that room don’t believe in American greatness or exceptionalism via the rule of law, liberty and freedom. He will also get pushback from RINO colleagues who see personal monetary enhancement as a House perk. Doubtless he will find it a more difficult job than he ever imagined when the hate starts filling his inbox to the brim.
Let’s remember this hopeful speech as we pray for his success in leading America’s House of Representatives. May God be kept in the forefront of his thought and pleasing Him be all important.
God bless Speaker Mike Johnson!
God bless America!
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That’s the most presidential Speaker speech I can remember. May God keep him strong!
Thanks Stella!!
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He will need a steel spine, I think.
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