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Speaker Johnson Defies GOP Hardliners, Stands by Spending Deal
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January 12, 2024
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0:59Now PlayingUS House Speaker Mike Johnson defied his rebellious right flank and said Friday he will stick with a spending deal he made with Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, decreasing the risk of a government shutdown.
The decision, however, threatens to jeopardize the Louisiana Republican’s grip on the speakership as at least two ultra-conservatives have said they are considering ousting him. Only four Republicans are needed to remove him, if all Democrats united against Johnson.
“Our topline agreement remains,” Johnson told reporters after extensive meetings Friday morning with his most vocal opponents.
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