"House Speaker Mike Johnson Faces Daunting Choices with GOP's Narrow Majority"

New GOP Speaker Mike Johnson faces the challenge of leading a House majority in name only, as he struggles to unite his unruly right flank and relies on Democrats for governing basics. He must decide whether to corral conservatives or continue reaching out to Democrats for bipartisan cooperation. Johnson, a staunch conservative aligned with Trump, faces pressure from hard-line Republicans and the looming threat of a government shutdown. With a slim majority, Johnson's leadership is being tested as he navigates critical issues such as government spending, border security, and foreign policy, while trying to maintain his position amidst internal and external pressures.