Insights into House Speaker Mike Johnson's Funding Demands and Leadership

House Speaker Mike Johnson, the top elected Republican in the United States, outlined his policy positions in a recent interview with Sean Hannity. Johnson emphasized his support for negotiating government funding bills with the White House, but made it clear that Republican support won't come cheap, insisting on cuts to fund the government. He also expressed support for increased funding for Ukraine but listed 12 demands to ensure the money is well-spent. Johnson wants to separate funding for Ukraine and Israel, demanding budget cuts elsewhere in exchange for the $14.3 billion the White House wants for Israel. Additionally, he suggested that Congress should have more authority over military use and expressed his belief that guns are not to blame for mass shootings. Johnson also discussed his respect for President Joe Biden while questioning his mental acuity. He outlined his core principles of American conservatism and defended his past positions on gay rights. Johnson's priorities include Israel, Ukraine, China, Iran, the economy, the border, and the fentanyl epidemic.