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Media October 1

Speaker Johnson, ABC’s Stephanopoulos clash over government shutdown, illegal immigrants getting healthcare

House Speaker Mike Johnson and ABC's George Stephanopoulos sparred over Democratic healthcare proposals and Republican claims about illegal immigrant coverage amid government shutdown.

Donald Trump October 1

Blame Game: GOP spotlights 'Schumer shutdown' while Dems lash out at Republicans ahead of 2026 midterms

Chuck Schumer faces political pressure over government shutdown strategy as Republicans and Democrats battle over healthcare funding and blame assignment.

Donald Trump September 30

Majority of American voters warn Dems shouldn't back government shutdown over this key issue: poll

Democrats and Republicans remain at odds over government shutdown as poll shows voters would blame both parties, with President Donald Trump's approval rating underwater at 43%.

Politics September 29

SCOOP: Johnson arms House Republicans with shutdown messaging strategy ahead of funding fight

A possible government shutdown looms as Speaker Mike Johnson distributes a memo to House Republicans criticizing Democratic positions on federal funding legislation.

Politics September 29

'A good bet': Mike Johnson prepares House Republicans for likely government shutdown in lawmaker-only call

House GOP leaders are urging Republican lawmakers to stay united ahead of a potential government shutdown.

Media September 28

Speaker Johnson demands Dems follow 'common sense' and not hold American people 'hostage' with shutdown

House Speaker Mike Johnson said Sunday that he and President Donald Trump wanted the Democratic Party to follow "common sense" as they face a possible shutdown.

Senate September 25

Speaker Johnson flips script on Dem leaders with staunch warning against government shutdown

Republicans and Democrats are continuing to trade blows ahead of a potential partial government shutdown next week, including a staunch warning from Speaker Johnson.

House Of Representatives September 3

Johnson calls Newsom's remark on Catholic school attack 'evil,' 'sick'

House Speaker Mike Johnson accused Gov. Gavin Newsom of "anti-Christian" rhetoric following the California governor's remarks about the recent Minnesota school shooting.

House Of Representatives September 2

Massie fires back after Johnson calls his Epstein records push 'meaningless'

The fight over how to pursue transparency in Jeffrey Epstein's case continues to consume Congress as Rep. Thomas Massie pushes a measure to end-run House leaders on the matter.

House Of Representatives September 2

Government shutdown, Epstein files, DC crime: Congress returns to mountain of drama

Republican leaders will have to navigate a series of deadlines and issues, including averting a partial government shutdown, the simmering discontent over Jeffrey Epstein and President Donald Trump's control of D.C.'s police force.

Mike Johnson August 27

Mike Johnson hits iconic Nashville bar, blasts Dems for 'lying' about Trump's agenda

House Speaker Mike Johnson visited Nashville Palace to discuss the GOP's tax bill with tipped workers, who expressed enthusiasm about keeping more of their earnings.

Republicans August 11

Trick or Treat: Congress faces 'chamber of horrors' as government funding deadline looms

Republicans must stick together on spending packages while navigating Freedom Caucus demands and the mathematical reality of needing 60 Senate votes to avoid a shutdown.

Israel August 4

Johnson dines with Netanyahu in landmark visit, highest US official to visit disputed West Bank

Mike Johnson becomes highest-ranking U.S. official to visit occupied West Bank as Israeli government advances plans for territorial sovereignty expansion

Politics July 24

Epstein files divide House Republicans in growing 'summer of discontent'

House Republicans face a growing divide over the Epstein files, creating a "summer of discontent" as the chamber adjourns early amid pressure from MAGA-aligned members.

House Of Representatives July 23

Johnson erupts over 'dangerous' Biden mental decline 'cover-up,' while Democrats push Epstein disclosure

Speaker Mike Johnson is leading the chorus of GOP voices accusing Democrats of a double standard in their calls for transparency in Jeffrey Epstein's case.

Elon Musk July 16

Speaker Johnson reveals Musk left MAGA ally's lengthy text hanging in 'the ether' after Trump blowup

Speaker Mike Johnson revealed his text to Elon Musk during his Trump feud went undelivered after the tech billionaire changed his phone number following disagreements.

91±¬ÁÏ Flash July 13

Speaker Johnson unveils timeline for additional Trump megabills to fix 'mess' left by Democrats

House Speaker Mike Johnson reveals plans for Trump megabills, with the first coming this fall as Republicans advance their agenda through reconciliation bills without Democratic support.

Mike Johnson July 6

Johnson says megabill will be 'jet fuel' for economy; teases 2 future bills within next year

House Speaker Johnson defends Trump's megabill as economic "jet fuel," countering Democrats' criticisms of the tax cuts package as "false taking points."

Mike Johnson July 3

Mike Johnson touts 'beauty of unified government' after Trump's 'big, beautiful bill' sails through Congress

Celebrating the passage of the "big, beautiful bill," House Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La., praised the Trump administration's close collaboration with Congress.

Donald Trump July 3

Trump $3.3T megabill sets House record for longest vote in history

Trump's $3.3 trillion "big, beautiful bill" breaks House record for longest vote as Speaker Johnson works to secure passage before Independence Day.

Politics July 2

Democratic doctors' protest against Trump's 'beautiful bill' derailed by flood of US Capitol tourists

House Democratic physicians protesting Medicaid cuts in President Donald Trump's "big, beautiful bill" were overwhelmed by tourist traffic, preventing their health care message from being heard.

Donald Trump June 28

Trump's 'big, beautiful bill' faces Republican family feud as Senate reveals its final text

Republican leaders advance their modified version of Trump's bill, despite resistance from conservatives and moderates over Medicaid changes and other divisive policy tweaks.

Media June 18

House Speaker Johnson tours ICE facility, says Chicago mayor is 'on the wrong side of the law'

House Speaker Mike Johnson criticized Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson for opposing immigration enforcement, saying he was "on the wrong side of the law."

House Of Representatives June 16

Mike Johnson calls off Israel trip amid Iran conflict

Speaker Mike Johnson has been forced to delay his planned trip to Israel amid its continued conflict with Iran.

Politics June 16

How Johnson pulled off another impossible win with just 1-vote margin on $9.4B spending cut bill

House Republicans pass $9.4 billion spending cuts bill with a 214-212 vote, showcasing Speaker Johnson's ability to navigate tough legislation despite the slim GOP majority in the House.

Mike Johnson June 8

Johnson says Hegseth possibly sending Marines to anti-ICE riots not heavy-handed: 'Deterring effect'

House Speaker Johnson defends potential deployment of Marines to quell anti-ICE riots in Lose Angeles, as President Trump sends in the National Guard.

Elon Musk June 7

FLASHBACK: Musk accused Trump, GOP leaders of not wanting to cut spending — here's where they said they would

Elon Musk clashes with President Donald Trump and GOP leaders over spending cuts, questioning their commitment despite promises to reduce the nation's $37 trillion debt.

Immigration June 6

House Speaker Johnson: Dems who want ICE agents unmasked 'mandated mask wearing for years' during COVID

House Speaker Mike Johnson said Friday that Democrats who want ICE agents to unmask are the same "people who mandated mask wearing for years in America."

House Of Representatives June 6

Mike Johnson says he hopes Trump, Musk 'reconcile' amid ongoing feud

Speaker Mike Johnson is trying to bring the temperature down as Elon Musk and President Donald Trump's feud continues.

Politics June 4

Elon Musk warpath against Trump's 'big, beautiful bill' rattles House GOP

House Republicans are caught on the back foot as Elon Musk continues his tirade against President Donald Trump's reconciliation bill.

House Of Representatives June 4

Johnson says Republicans 'don't have time' to craft new Trump plan despite Musk's call to 'KILL the BILL'

House Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La., pushed back against Elon Musk again as the Tesla billionaire continued his warpath on President Donald Trump's 'big, beautiful bill.'