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The latest challenge for Mike Johnson is having the smallest House majority in history. Even though the Republican speaker managed to maintain control of the House, he will now have to lead with a smaller majority. This comes at a crucial time when President-elect Donald J. Trump will rely on his support to push forward important agenda items.
Written by Catie Edmondson
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The margin of victory for Speaker Mike Johnson has decreased.
The last House race was decided on Tuesday evening when Representative John Duarte, a new Republican, admitted defeat to Democrat Adam Gray. This victory solidified a 220-215 majority for the Republicans, which is even narrower than their current 220-213 majority.
The profit margins are expected to decrease more in January as Representatives Elise Stefanik from New York and Mike Waltz from Florida are leaving their positions to work in the Trump administration. Additionally, Former Representative Matt Gaetz from Florida has announced that he will not be coming back.
After the special election, Republicans will have a slim majority of 217-215 in the House, matching the smallest controlling margin in history. With all Democrats opposing a measure, Mr. Johnson will need every Republican present and voting in favor until the vacant seats are filled. Even after that, only three Republicans can vote against a bill without it failing to pass.
On Wednesday, Mr. Johnson appeared calm and unaffected by the situation, stating to reporters at Capitol Hill that they are experienced in working with a small majority and that it is something they are used to.
He stated that they do not have any extra resources to give. However, all members are aware of this. They discussed this today, as they always do, emphasizing the importance of working together as a team towards a common goal.
He didn’t talk about the fact that his ability to work with Democrats to pass important legislation, which his own party didn’t support, played a key role in his success with a small majority in the past year. However, this strategy might not be possible in the next Congress with President-elect Donald J. Trump in office.
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