As the House prepares to vote for a speaker for the 119th Congress, Rep. Mike Johnson faces uncertainty within his own party. Two members of the House Freedom Caucus are still undecided just hours before the crucial vote.
Rep. Ralph Norman of South Carolina and Rep. Andy Biggs of Arizona have not committed to supporting Johnson. Norman stated that he will make his decision at the last minute, while Biggs remains uncertain.
Adding to the suspense, Rep. Tim Burchett of Tennessee and Rep. Chip Roy have also not finalized their stance. This uncertainty among key members has heightened the anticipation surrounding the upcoming vote.
On the other hand, Rep. Thomas Massie of Kentucky has already declared that he will vote against Johnson. This opposition from within his own party poses a challenge for Johnson, who needs a majority vote to secure his re-election as speaker.
With Republicans holding 219 seats and Democrats holding 215 in the chamber, Johnson's margin for error is slim. If just two Republicans vote against him, Johnson's bid for speaker could be in jeopardy.
The outcome of the vote remains uncertain as the clock ticks down to the scheduled vote on Friday afternoon. Johnson's ability to secure the support of undecided members will be crucial in determining the direction of the leadership in the House for the upcoming term.
