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Grace Notes: In new Democratic Congress, Republican Mike Johnson makes his move
Nov 26NewsOnce the newly elected Congress reconvenes in January, all eyes are going to be on House Democrats, whose big Election Night earlier this month positions them to take over control of the chamber and lead every committee. Among other things, that means that Louisiana’s best-known Republican, U.S. Rep. Steve Scalise, will see his profile as … Continue reading Grace Notes: In new Democratic Congress, Republican Mike Johnson makes his move
[...]Louisiana congressman to chair conservative House group that boosted profile of Pence, Scalise
Nov 19NewsWASHINGTON — U.S. Rep. Mike Johnson of Louisiana won a race to chair the Republican Study Committee, a large caucus of House conservatives that’s been a breeding ground for party leaders, including Vice President Mike Pence and Republican whip Steve Scalise of Jefferson Parish. Johnson, a 46-year-old Republican from Benton, was picked for the post … Continue reading Louisiana congressman to chair conservative House group that boosted profile of Pence, Scalise
[...]Johnson eyes GOP leadership after first-ballot win
Nov 10NewsU.S. Rep. Mike Johnson hopes to spend his second term rising up the depth chart among the his fellow Republicans in the House so he can wield more influence to help his constituents back home. Read More
[...]Congressman Mike Johnson sees more power for Louisiana delegation
Oct 24NewsBATON ROUGE, La. – U.S. Rep. Mike Johnson, the Benton Republican who represents northwest Louisiana, is facing his first reelection with 60-times more money than his nearest rival. Johnson has raised $1.1 million, according the Federal Elections Commission, and his Democratic opponent, Ryan Trundle of Shreveport, has raised $18,205. Consequently, Johnson has spent much of … Continue reading Congressman Mike Johnson sees more power for Louisiana delegation
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