Apple News Today What to know about Mike Johnson, the new House speaker
Oct 26, 2023
Mike Johnson, the relatively unknown House speaker from Louisiana, discusses Qatar's role as a mediator in international conflicts and its involvement in Israel-Hamas hostage negotiations. He also highlights his support for Israel and updates on Trump's legal cases, including the civil fraud case in New York and the election interference case in Georgia.
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Qatar's Mediation Role
- Qatar is mediating hostage negotiations between Hamas and Israel.
- They've also mediated in other conflicts, like the release of Americans detained in Iran.
New House Speaker
- The House elected Mike Johnson as Speaker after three weeks without one.
- He prioritized aid for Israel and faces a looming government shutdown deadline.
Johnson's Election Stance
- Mike Johnson, a Trump supporter, voted against certifying the 2020 election.
- He even asked the Supreme Court to invalidate the results.