House Republicans have elected Rep. Mike Johnson to be the next speaker. He will take office with just over three weeks before government funding expires on Nov. 17.
Local and national news, NPR, things to do, food recommendations and guides to Los Angeles, Orange County and the Inland EmpireLAist is part of Southern California Public Radio, a member-supported public media network. For the latest national news from NPR and our live radio broadcast, visitHouse Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries of N.Y., hands the gavel to newly elected House Speaker Mike Johnson of Louisiana at the Capitol on Wednesday.
The mood around Johnson's nomination was far lighter than previous ones. Republicans held a brief, celebratory press conference in the room where lawmakers had huddled for their closed-door, secret ballot nominations. Members chanted"Mike" as reporters tried to ask questions. Johnson shares Jordan's conservative views and allegiance to former President Trump, but has a less combative persona and more allies across the ideological spectrum.
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