House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) has not confirmed whether he will serve his full term in the 120th Congress after Democrats took control in the midterm elections. In his remarks, he expressed disappointment with polling that misrepresented election outcomes. Johnson also mentioned upcoming leadership elections, with House Majority Leader Steve Scalise and House Judiciary Committee Chairman Jim Jordan as candidates for the speaker position. He previously ruled out seeking minority leadership.
Key facts
- Mike Johnson did not commit to serving his full term in the 120th Congress.
- Democrats gained control of both chambers in the midterm elections.
- Leadership elections are scheduled for Tuesday.
- Johnson expressed frustration with polling inaccuracies during the midterms.
- He previously ruled out seeking minority leadership.
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