Trump endorses Mike Johnson to stay on as House Speaker despite government funding turmoil
President-elect Donald Trump has endorsed House Speaker Mike Johnson, providing crucial backing as the Louisiana Republican prepares for what is expected to be another contentious speakership race this week
By MICHELLE L. PRICE
Published - Dec 30, 2024, 11:44 AM ET
Last Updated - Dec 30, 2024, 11:44 AM EST
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (AP) — President-elect Donald Trump on Monday endorsed House Speaker Mike Johnson, providing crucial backing for the Louisiana Republican as he prepares for what is expected to be another contentious speakership race this week.
Trump said in a post on his social media platform that Johnson “is a good, hard working, religious man” and said he “will do the right thing, and we will continue to WIN.”
“Mike has my Complete & Total Endorsement," he wrote.
Johnson thanked Trump for the endorsement and added, “The American people demand and deserve that we waste no time. Let’s get to work!”