House Speaker Mike Johnson announced on Monday that President-elect Donald Trump is scheduled to meet with House Republicans during his visit to Washington, DC. The meeting is expected to take place on Wednesday, prior to Trump's meeting with President Joe Biden at the White House.
Johnson mentioned that the plans are tentative, but Trump has expressed a desire to engage with House Republicans and discuss various matters. The meeting is set to occur in the morning before Trump heads to the White House for his official meeting with President Biden.
Discussion on House Races and Republican Governance
During their conversations, Johnson and Trump have reportedly discussed the narrow margin with which Republicans are likely to govern in the House. As Trump selects members of Congress to join his administration, the issue of maintaining a functional majority in the House has been a topic of concern.
Johnson emphasized the wealth of talent within the Republican Conference and the potential for capable individuals to serve in key roles within the new administration. However, he acknowledged that the dynamics of the House present a challenge in terms of numbers and maintaining effective governance.
Support for House Speaker Johnson
Johnson also made it clear that he has received assurance from President-elect Trump regarding his support to continue serving as House Speaker. Despite potential challenges on the floor, Johnson asserted that Trump stands behind him and is confident in his leadership.
