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news.sky.compolitics2 days agoUpdated
House Speaker Pledges Fourth Attempt to Pass SAVE Act Under Reconciliation
House Speaker Mike Johnson said on July 5 that Congress will try again to pass the SAVE Act after the July 4 recess. The measure would require proof of U.S. citizenship to register to vote and photo identification to cast a ballot.
cnbc.compolitics7 days ago
House Cancels July 4 Week Votes After GOP Members Block Defense Bill Amendment
Washington Examiner reported that Speaker Mike Johnson canceled scheduled House votes for the week of June 30 to July 6. GOP leadership sent members home early amid a Republican blockade over the SAVE America Act. The House is not scheduled to return until July 13.
nbcnews.compolitics11 days ago
House Speaker Says Democrats Would Target Trump Allies If They Win Midterms
House Speaker Mike Johnson said Democrats would likely investigate the president's family, donors and Cabinet members if they gain House control. He spoke at the Faith and Freedom Coalition conference on Friday.
moneysense.capolitics11 days ago
More Than 4,000 Gather in London for ARC Conference
@CBSNews reported that over 4,000 attendees met in London this week for the Alliance for Responsible Citizenship conference. U.S. House Speaker Mike Johnson and Energy Secretary Chris Wright spoke. Discussions covered AI, energy and post-Trump scenarios.
cnbc.compolitics11 days ago
Trump Meets Johnson as Effort to Add Voter ID to Defense Bill Stalls Other Legislation
President Donald Trump met House Speaker Mike Johnson at the White House on Thursday afternoon. The focus on passing voter ID legislation has delayed action on a surveillance law, defense bill and bipartisan housing measure, Semafor reported.
pbs.orgpolitics12 days ago
Trump Urges House Republicans to Unify After Johnson Meeting as Citizenship Legislation Standoff Continues
President Trump met Speaker Mike Johnson and then urged House Republicans via social media to unify. His ongoing push for proof-of-citizenship voting rules has created a congressional standoff, CBS News reported.
Nbc Newspolitics12 days ago
President Trump to meet House speaker on housing and election bills
President Trump is scheduled to meet House Speaker Mike Johnson at the White House Thursday afternoon. The discussion will address stalled legislation on housing and election requirements.
fortune.compolitics13 days ago
New York City Mayor says progressive message drives Democratic primary wins
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani stated that progressive messaging is contributing to Democratic primary victories in his state. House Speaker Mike Johnson offered a reaction on Capitol Hill.
rismedia.compolitics22 days ago
Senate to Vote on 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act This Week
Negotiators reached agreement on the housing bill after talks between House Speaker Mike Johnson and Senate Majority Leader John Thune. The measure now returns to the Senate floor.
realitytea.compolitics25 days ago
President Trump Discusses Resolution to Address Past Impeachments
President Trump has spoken with House Speaker Mike Johnson about a possible congressional resolution regarding his two prior impeachments. The effort is part of separate legal steps related to a 2024 state conviction that resulted in no penalties.
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japantimes.co.jppolitics27 days ago
Speaker Johnson Can Now Lose Three GOP Votes and Still Pass Bills
House Speaker Mike Johnson gained one more Republican after swearing in Rep. James Gallagher, shifting the margin to 218-212 with four vacancies. A June 16 special election is expected to narrow that edge again.
abcnews.go.compolitics28 days ago
Trump and Johnson Meet at White House on FISA Section 702 Reauthorization Ahead of Friday Deadline
President Donald Trump and House Speaker Mike Johnson met Tuesday to address renewal of the surveillance program before its Friday deadline. Pulte's acting DNI role has drawn Democratic objections.
The Hillpolitics29 days ago
Speaker Johnson Criticizes California’s Mail-In Ballot Counting Process, Says He Is Not Claiming Election Was Rigged
House Speaker Mike Johnson criticized California's vote-counting process after late mail ballots shifted results in last week's primary. President Trump also called the election rigged.
Newsweeksports31 days ago
Former Padres Pitcher Dies at 75
Pitcher Mike Johnson, who appeared in 18 games for the San Diego Padres in 1974, has died at age 75. His professional career spanned six seasons in the minor leagues and one brief stint in the majors.
New York Postpolitics34 days ago
House Speaker Says He Knows Reason for Rep. Tom Kean Jr. Absence
House Speaker Mike Johnson stated he knows the health issue keeping Rep. Tom Kean Jr. from Congress but will not disclose details. Kean has missed votes since March 5 and said he expects to return within weeks.
Newsweekscience34 days ago
Rep. Tom Kean Jr. Has Rare Non-Contagious Illness Since Early March
The New Jersey Republican has missed more than 50 votes. House Speaker Mike Johnson said the congressman is dealing with a rare condition and asked for privacy.
nypost.compolitics49 days ago
Speaker Mike Johnson Addresses Rights in Declaration of Independence at Washington Rally
Speaker Mike Johnson spoke at a rally in Washington, DC, about the origin of rights. NBC News anchor Katy Tur asked panelists whether his remarks placed God above the Declaration of Independence.
Washington Examinerpolitics50 days ago
House Speaker says Republican Party maintains room for dissent after Louisiana primary
House Speaker Mike Johnson stated that the party continues to feature internal disagreements. The comments followed a Senate primary loss by Sen. Bill Cassidy.
foxnews.compolitics51 days ago
House Speaker Links Strait of Hormuz to Gas Prices and Midterm Outlook
House Speaker Mike Johnson said high gas prices stem from the Strait of Hormuz situation and expressed optimism that Republicans can retain congressional majorities in the 2026 midterms. He also addressed internal party divisions during a Sunday interview.
The Independentworld51 days ago
Louisiana Begins Redrawing Congressional Map After Supreme Court Ruling
Louisiana will redraw its congressional districts following a Supreme Court decision that limited the reach of the Voting Rights Act. House Speaker Mike Johnson described the changes as an effort to ensure fairness in district lines.
Nbc Newspolitics54 days ago
Max Miller Sues Ex-Wife and Attorney for Defamation in Divorce and Custody Case
Rep. Max Miller filed a defamation lawsuit against his ex-wife Emily Moreno, her attorney and the law firm, seeking at least $25,000 in damages. The suit escalates a bitter divorce and custody battle that has included domestic abuse claims reported by media outlets. House Speaker…
reason.compolitics55 days ago
House Launches Bipartisan Review of Sexual Misconduct Reporting After Resignations of Two Lawmakers
Speaker Mike Johnson and Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries are set to announce a working group focused on improving how the House handles sexual misconduct claims. The move follows last month's resignations of Rep. Eric Swalwell and Rep. Tony Gonzales amid separate controversies.
Fox Newspolitics61 days ago
Supreme Court Weighs Emergency Appeals Over Louisiana's In-Person Requirement for Mifepristone
Republican congressional leaders led by Sen. Bill Cassidy, Rep. Chris Smith, Senate Majority Leader John Thune and House Speaker Mike Johnson filed an amicus brief urging the Supreme Court to uphold the 5th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals ruling reinstating in-person dispensing of…
Washington Examinerpolitics69 days ago
House Passes Procedural Rule 216-210 to Advance FISA Extension, Farm Bill, and DHS Funding
The U.S. House voted 216-210 to approve a procedural rule allowing floor consideration of a three-year extension of Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act, the farm bill, and a budget resolution for Department of Homeland Security funding. Speaker Mike Johnson s…
winnipegfreepress.compolitics71 days ago
New Jersey Rep. Tom Kean Jr. Addresses Health Issue Causing Weeks-Long Absence from Congress
Republican Rep. Tom Kean Jr. of New Jersey released a statement on his personal medical issue, explaining his absence from Capitol Hill since early March. He assured a full recovery and return soon, amid a backdrop of recent congressional deaths and a slim House majority. House S…
dailycaller.compolitics73 days ago
House Speaker Johnson Proposes FISA Renewal Amid Republican Opposition
Republican House Speaker Mike Johnson introduced a bill to renew Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act, following a failed attempt last week. Opposition from some Republicans, including Rep. Thomas Massie, centers on concerns over warrantless surveillance of Am…
rte.ieworld74 days ago
Three U.S. House Lawmakers Resign in April After Ethics Probes
Three U.S. House members resigned this month following allegations of sexual misconduct and ethics violations. Lawmakers from both parties are proposing reforms to the House Ethics Committee to speed up investigations and enhance accountability. House Speaker Mike Johnson stated…
rediff.compolitics82 days ago
House Speaker Johnson Negotiates FISA Extension Amid GOP Divisions
House Speaker Mike Johnson is working to secure votes for reauthorizing Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act. A procedural vote was delayed as negotiations continue with Republican holdouts. Options for short-term extensions are under discussion to allow time…
thehindu.compolitics83 days ago
House Republicans Postpone Vote on Extending Section 702 Surveillance Authority
House Republican leadership delayed a procedural vote to extend Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act due to opposition from GOP privacy hawks. Speaker Mike Johnson stated he is discussing minor modifications to the bill. The surveillance authorities are set to…
401kspecialistmag.comworld83 days ago
House Advances Floor Vote on 18-Month Extension of FISA Section 702 Surveillance Authority
GOP leaders in the House advanced an 18-month clean extension of Section 702 of FISA for a floor vote. The provision, set to expire on April 20, 2026, enables foreign surveillance that includes Americans' communications. Support comes from President Donald Trump and House Speaker…