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Mike Johnson wants to raise the debt limit until 2029

House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) said Tuesday he wants to raise the debt ceiling until the end of Donald Trump's presidency in 2029. Why it matters: That would be a heavy lift for Republicans and would likely require them to solicit votes from House Democrats.

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Johnson says flags will be raised for Trump’s inauguration

Mike Johnson said he is going to order that the Capitol's flags, which are at half-staff due to the death of Jimmy Carter, be raised for Donald Trump's inauguration.

USA Today · 1h

Trump briefly raises flags at Mar-a-Lago; Speaker Mike Johnson orders them full-staff for Inauguration

There are still two weeks to go in the mourning period for former president Jimmy Carter, when American flags are directed to be flown at half-staff.

Newsweek on MSN · 23m

Mike Johnson Gives Update on Capitol Flags for Donald Trump Inauguration

Trump has complained about the flags being at half-staff "for the first time ever during an Inauguration of a future President."

There Should Be 'Conditions' on Aid to California

USA TODAY on MSN · 1h

'Conditions' should be placed on California wildfire aid: House Speaker Mike Johnson

A number of Republicans are calling for conditions to any federal aid that goes to California as the state struggles with catastrophic wildfires.

UPI News on MSN · 12h

Speaker Mike Johnson calls for 'conditions' on California wildfire aid

House Speaker Mike Johnson called for "conditions" Monday on any federal fire aid to California, as he accused state and local leaders of being "derelict in their duty" as the wildfires have killed at least 24.

MSNBC · 6h

House Speaker Johnson backs conditions on California fire aid

La., backs placing conditions on disaster assistance for California in the wake of the destructive wildfires blazing around Los Angeles. Rep. Sydney Kamlager-Dove, D-Calif., discusses.

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Mike Johnson critic taken off powerful Rules Committee

Rep. Thomas Massie on the House floor during the Jan. 3, 2025 speaker election. Photo: Tom Williams/CQ-Roll Call, Inc via ...

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Speaker Johnson says House will vote to impose sanctions on International Criminal Court to protect Israel and U.S. interests

La., said Tuesday that the House will vote on a bill that seeks to hold the International Criminal Court accountable over ...

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Mike Johnson Roasted Over What Could Be His Most Ironic Boast Yet

Social media users responded with a stark reminder after House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) positively talked up Tuesday ...

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Mike Johnson sees Laken Riley Act as test for Democrats

The House speaker believes the Laken Riley Act will be a test of Democrats' "identity" after the 2024 election found most voters view the border as a top issue.

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Trump Flies Flag at Full Height Before End of Jimmy Carter Mourning Period

Under the U.S. Flag Code, flags are to be flown at half-staff for 30 days to honor current or former presidents.

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