President-elect Donald Trump has voiced his support for House speaker candidate Mike Johnson ahead of the upcoming vote. Trump praised Johnson, describing him as a fine individual who is religious, smart, and strong. He emphasized that Johnson is well-liked and respected by many.
Trump confirmed that he has been in communication with Republican lawmakers, including GOP Rep. Chip Roy, who had been previously undecided. When asked about his discussions with these lawmakers, Trump stated that he was not giving them specific instructions but rather highlighting the success of the recent presidential election.
Trump expressed his belief that cementing the election with a successful House speaker vote would serve as a significant affirmation of the election results. He mentioned that he trusts Roy to make decisions that are in the best interest of the country and indicated that he would be closely monitoring the outcome of the vote.
Furthermore, Trump made it clear that he is fully backing Johnson for the position of House speaker. He stated that he has no alternative candidates in mind and reiterated his confidence in Johnson's ability to secure the position successfully.
As the House speaker vote approaches, Trump's endorsement of Mike Johnson underscores the importance of the upcoming decision and highlights the president-elect's optimism regarding Johnson's potential leadership in the role.
