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Originally Published 3 months ago — by Axios
House Speaker Mike Johnson rejected Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries' proposal for a televised debate amid the ongoing government shutdown, asserting there is nothing to negotiate and criticizing the move as a desperate attempt to gain attention during the stalemate.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by POLITICO
House Speaker Mike Johnson is working to pass the first four spending bills to avoid a government shutdown next week, but he expressed concern about disunity among House Republicans giving leverage to Democrats. He aims to secure GOP priorities in the bills but faces challenges due to the need for overwhelming support from Democrats and disagreements within his party. Johnson is optimistic about meeting the deadline but acknowledges the possibility of a partial government shutdown. Negotiations are ongoing, with a potential short-term funding extension being considered to buy more time for discussions on the remaining spending bills.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by CBS News
As Congress returns from recess, the threat of a government shutdown looms with deadlines approaching to pass funding bills and avert a partial shutdown after March 1. House GOP dysfunction and infighting over foreign aid and border security have complicated the path forward, with tensions high and odds of a shutdown at least even, according to Rep. Patrick McHenry. Despite a $1.66 trillion funding agreement, disagreements persist, including on policy riders and spending cuts, as lawmakers aim to avoid another short-term solution. Speaker Mike Johnson faces challenges in maneuvering a razor-thin GOP majority and must navigate the funding process carefully to prevent a shutdown.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by POLITICO
House Speaker Mike Johnson dismissed claims of being an election denier as "nonsense" but did not explicitly acknowledge Biden's victory in the 2020 election, citing constitutional violations during the election process. Despite supporting a lawsuit to overturn the election results, Johnson recognizes Biden as the current president and works with him, referring to the election issues as "water under the bridge." Former Rep. Liz Cheney criticized Johnson in her book for his role in challenging the election results, which Johnson found surprising, claiming Cheney had once considered supporting the effort.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Hill
On CBS's "Face the Nation," Margaret Brennan and Speaker Mike Johnson clashed over the GOP's efforts to impeach Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas. Johnson accused Mayorkas of failing to enforce border laws and lying to Congress, while Brennan questioned the prioritization of impeachment over addressing border issues. The House Homeland Security Committee has been investigating Mayorkas for alleged dereliction of duty and is preparing to hold impeachment hearings. Mayorkas has been a key figure in Senate negotiations for a bipartisan border policy deal, which has been a point of contention in the impeachment debate.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by CBS News
In an interview on "Face the Nation," House Speaker Mike Johnson emphasized the need for policy changes to address the immigration crisis at the U.S. border, citing national security concerns and humanitarian issues. He criticized the current administration's handling of the situation, advocating for the reinstatement of the "Remain in Mexico" policy and an end to "catch and release." Johnson argued that the White House's policy choices have exacerbated the crisis and that the administration's failure to enforce existing laws is a significant part of the problem. He also expressed skepticism about the effectiveness of increased funding without policy changes and highlighted the importance of legal immigration while distancing himself from former President Trump's more extreme rhetoric on the issue.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Hill
House Speaker Mike Johnson has dismissed concerns of a government shutdown over border spending, despite Rep. Chip Roy's threat to withhold funding until border security and asylum reforms are enacted. Johnson clarified that Roy did not intend to suggest a shutdown, despite Roy's letter stating that government funding should be contingent on the President signing H.R. 2 or its equivalent. This comes amidst other Republicans, like Sen. Mike Lee, also threatening to withhold funding over border security, and after a legislative session that ended without significant achievements, partly attributed to GOP extremism by Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by NBC News
House Speaker Mike Johnson has officially invited President Joe Biden to deliver the State of the Union address on March 7, 2024. The date is strategically set after the Super Tuesday presidential primaries. Biden, facing minimal opposition in the Democratic primary, is anticipated to be nearing the formal nomination for re-election. The President has expressed his eagerness to address Congress on the proposed date.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by NPR
House Speaker Mike Johnson has invited President Biden to deliver the State of the Union address on March 7, 2024. This invitation is in line with the constitutional requirement for the president to report on the nation's status. The address is set later than usual, following a similar schedule to the previous year's address. This will be Johnson's first time presiding over a joint session as speaker since his election in October. The invitation comes amidst critical deadlines for government funding and discussions on military aid.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by POLITICO
Speaker Mike Johnson has invited President Joe Biden to deliver the State of the Union address on March 7, which is later than usual in the year. Biden is expected to discuss his administration's achievements and future policy priorities. The address fulfills a constitutional obligation, and a Republican response is anticipated, although the speaker for the rebuttal has not been announced yet.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Yahoo News
House Speaker Mike Johnson has invited President Joe Biden to deliver the State of the Union address to a joint session of Congress on March 7. This invitation comes amidst significant challenges facing the country, including upcoming deadlines to prevent a government shutdown. The address, which is Biden's opportunity to outline his policy goals and vision ahead of the November reelection campaign, is set for a date later than usual, marking the latest State of the Union since 1934. Biden's speech will follow critical funding deadlines for various federal agencies and will be his second in front of a divided Congress.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Fox News
House Speaker Mike Johnson is refuting White House accusations that Republicans are anti-border security and responsible for proposed cuts to Border Patrol staffing amidst a significant migrant crisis. Johnson claims Republicans have consistently voted for increased funding for border security, contrary to the administration's assertions. The White House maintains that Republicans have obstructed President Biden's comprehensive immigration reform and border security funding, including efforts to combat fentanyl smuggling. Fact-checkers have challenged the White House's claims about staffing cuts, and negotiations continue over border security funding and policy.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Bloomberg
House Speaker Mike Johnson is contemplating direct discussions with President Joe Biden regarding Ukraine aid and U.S. border policy due to slow progress in the Senate on a bipartisan immigration policy compromise. This compromise is a prerequisite set by Republicans for the approval of Biden's proposed $61 billion emergency aid for Ukraine. Despite ongoing efforts, a deal has not been reached, as confirmed by Senator Chris Murphy.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Fox News
Former Department of Homeland Security officials are supporting Speaker Mike Johnson's firm stance on border security in the context of congressional spending negotiations. They advocate for the inclusion of H.R. 2, the Secure the Border Act, in any spending deal, citing the act as a solution to the border crisis. Johnson, along with other Republicans, visited the southern border and emphasized the necessity of H.R. 2, which proposes stricter asylum limits and the continuation of wall construction. The Biden administration has requested border funding but faces GOP opposition demanding tighter immigration controls. Democrats in the Senate have rejected H.R. 2, while the White House accuses Republicans of blocking efforts to address border issues. Negotiations continue, with the GOP pushing for a unified stance behind H.R. 2.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Texas Tribune
U.S. House Speaker Mike Johnson, alongside 60 other House Republican lawmakers, visited the Texas-Mexico border to demand that President Biden strengthen immigration enforcement as a condition for Republican support of a $110 billion security funding bill for Ukraine and Israel. Johnson emphasized the need for a secure border and the reinstatement of the "remain in Mexico" policy. The visit comes amid increasing migrant encounters and Texas Governor Greg Abbott's heightened border security measures, including the deployment of concertina wire and state law enforcement.