The Controversial Rise of House Speaker Mike Johnson

Conservative Christians are excited about Representative Mike Johnson, the new speaker of the House, due to his strong ties to evangelical beliefs and priorities. Johnson has a long history of working against abortion and gay rights, and his ascent to power is seen as a triumph for conservative evangelicalism. He is deeply involved in institutions like the Southern Baptist Convention and has associations with conservative evangelical organizations. While some view his rise as concerning, others see it as a representation of a sizable constituency that shares his views and language.