Trump backs Mike Johnson to remain speaker amid conservative dissent

Johnson has struggled to tame a frustrated bloc of budget hawks within the Republican conference, some of whom have previously floated a leadership challenge.

By Ben Whedon

Published: December 30, 2024 10:35am

Updated: December 30, 2024 12:11pm

President-elect Donald Trump on Monday endorsed House Speaker Mike Johnson to remain in his post as some conservatives express frustration with his leadership during key budget fights.

"Speaker Mike Johnson is a good, hard working, religious man. He will do the right thing, and we will continue to WIN. Mike has my Complete & Total Endorsement. MAGA!!!" Trump posted on Truth Social.

Johnson has struggled to tame a frustrated bloc of budget hawks within the Republican conference, some of whom have previously floated a leadership challenge.