The vote for Speaker of the House is underway. With 434 members of the House present it will take 218 votes to get a President-elect.
The House speaker election is a critical test of Donald Trump's presidency and legislative agenda as he prepares for his second term. Trump's endorsement of Mike Johnson ties the speaker's success directly to his own political credibility and his ability to unite a fractured Republican majority in the House.
This election is critical to advancing Trump's ambitious plans, including immigration reform, tax cuts, and dismantling the Washington establishment.
Failure to get Johnson's speech could disrupt efforts to confirm Trump's election victory, delay key legislative initiatives, and raise doubts about his ability to lead a unified government.
The outcome will determine whether the GOP can take advantage of its control of the House, Senate, and White House to fulfill its promises and maintain momentum for Trump's bold agenda.
