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Mike Johnson Faces Challenges as New Congress Begins; Speaker Vote at Stake

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Mike Johnson Faces Challenges as New Congress Begins; Speaker Vote at Stake

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  • The new Congress convenes with a focus on electing a House Speaker amidst uncertain support for Mike Johnson.
  • Johnson's tenuous hold on the position threatens future plans, including Trump's tax cuts and policy initiatives.
  • With a razor-thin majority of 220-215, Johnson needs nearly unanimous support from Republicans to secure the speakership.
  • Opposition from within the GOP, notably from members of the Freedom Caucus, complicates Johnson's efforts.
  • Failure to elect a speaker could lead to a constitutional crisis as Congress prepares to certify electoral votes.

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