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The current Republican speaker, Mike Johnson, is facing a challenge as he maintains control of the House with the smallest majority in history. This comes at a crucial time when President-elect Donald J. Trump will rely on his support to push through important agenda items.
Written by Catie Edmondson.
Providing updates from the government
The margin of victory for Speaker Mike Johnson has decreased.
The final House race was decided on Tuesday evening when Representative John Duarte of California, a first-term Republican, accepted defeat to Democrat Adam Gray. This victory solidified a 220-215 majority for Republicans, with a very slim margin compared to their current majority of 220-213.
In January, the margins will decrease even more as Representatives Elise Stefanik from New York and Mike Waltz from Florida step down to work in the Trump administration. Additionally, Former Representative Matt Gaetz from Florida has announced that he will not be returning.
After the special election, Republicans will have a slim majority of 217-215 in the House, matching one of the smallest controlling margins in history. If all Democrats are present and united against a proposal, Mr. Johnson cannot afford any of his party members to vote against it until the vacant seats are filled in the spring. Even after that, only three Republicans can vote against a bill before it fails to pass.
On Wednesday, Mr. Johnson appeared unconcerned about the idea and assured reporters on Capitol Hill that they are experienced in working with a narrow majority, as it is something they are used to.
He then stated that there is no surplus available. However, all members are aware of this. They discussed this today, as they always do – emphasizing the importance of teamwork and everyone working together towards the same goal.
He achieved success in managing a small majority by working with Democrats to pass important bills that his own party did not back. However, this strategy may not be possible in the future with President-elect Donald J. Trump as the new President.
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