House Speaker Mike Johnson

SOURCE www.breitbart.com
Democrats vote to keep Mike Johnson as Speaker of the House, securing his position against a motion from Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene. Johnson's coalition government with co-Speaker Hakeem Jeffries remains intact.

Key Points

  • 163 Democrats vote to keep Johnson as Speaker
  • Final vote of 359 to 43 solidifies Johnson's position
  • Greene's motion to vacate the chair is tabled
  • Democrats continue to provide majority votes for governing

Pros

  • Johnson's coalition government with Democrats remains strong
  • Democrats maintain control over the House agenda under Johnson

Cons

  • Divisive motion from Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene to strip Johnson of his gavel
  • Republicans not fully united in support for Johnson