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House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) signaled that he would run for minority leader if Republicans lose the majority in November, saying he expects his colleagues would ask him to “continue leading this conference.”“I want to be of my highest and best use to God and my country, and I feel like, at this stage of life, I’m doing what I’m called to do, and so I intend to lead as speaker,” Johnson said during an interview with CBS News. “But in the unlikely scenario where we lost the majority, I would expect my colleagues would ask me to continue leading this conference, even if we have divided government.”
TL;DR
- House Speaker Mike Johnson expressed willingness to serve as minority leader if Republicans lose their majority.
- He believes his colleagues would ask him to continue leading the conference.
- Johnson stated his intention to lead as speaker but is prepared for an alternative role.
- He feels he is fulfilling his calling by serving his country in leadership.