Mike Johnson: Evangelical Conservative Assumes Powerful Seat as U.S. House Speaker

Evangelical Christian conservatives are celebrating the election of Mike Johnson as the new House Speaker, considering him one of their own due to his long history as a culture warrior and his commitment to conservative Christian values. However, progressive faith leaders are concerned about Johnson's opposition to LGBTQ rights and his support for former President Donald Trump's efforts to overturn the 2020 election results. They worry that Johnson's narrow religious vision may be imposed on the rest of the country. Johnson's background includes serving as a professor at Liberty University, being involved with the Southern Baptist Convention, and working with organizations that advocate for causes valued by the religious right.