House SpeakerMike Johnson(R-La.)
They ultimately succeeded by convincing Norman and Self to vote for Johnson.
)told CNN: That were not ready to govern.
Mike Johnson in the House Chamber at the Capitol in Washington, D.C., on Jan. 3, 2025.MANDEL NGAN/AFP/Getty Images
The people of America have given us this opportunity and were not prepared for it.
Johnson does have Trump behind him, though.
The president-elect has long backed Johnsons position as GOP House leader.
On Friday, Trump wished Johnson the best in the vote.
A BIG AFFIRMATION, INDEED.
Johnson ultimately won on the first ballot, despite Massies vote.
Regardless, the House GOP has kicked off 2025 by continuing its tradition of dysfunction.
