After weeks of deadlock, Representative Mike Johnson was elected as the new Speaker of the House. Johnson secured all 220 GOP votes and is known for his conservative stance and support for Donald Trump. Democrats quickly portrayed him as a MAGA extremist, but this was expected. Johnson's goal is to unite the party and address the potential government shutdown. The Democrats' reaction reflects their concern for the 2024 congressional race and its impact on moderate Republicans in swing districts.
The House of Representatives elects a new speaker, Israel continues with its campaign to root out Hamas, and attorneys for Derek Chauvin appeal his case to the Supreme Court. Get the facts first with Morning Wire.
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