Speaker Mike Johnson's Political Rise and ADF Connections

Mike Johnson, the new Speaker of the House, has faced backlash due to his ties to the Alliance Defending Freedom (ADF), an organization known for rolling back LGBTQ rights and advocating for anti-abortion policies. Johnson worked at ADF for nearly a decade, writing op-eds and defending laws that targeted the LGBTQ community. He vehemently opposed the legalization of same-sex marriage and even introduced legislation that would ban the teaching of LGBTQ topics in schools. Johnson's extreme views on LGBTQ rights and women's reproductive rights have sparked controversy and concern. Despite his role as Speaker of the House, it is unlikely that Johnson's views will moderate as he aligns with conservative forces aiming to shape policy at both state and national levels.