Republicans have selected Rep. Mike Johnson as their latest nominee for House speaker after their previous pick, Rep. Tom Emmer, withdrew due to opposition from former President Donald Trump. Johnson becomes the fourth Republican nominee in the ongoing cycle of political infighting within the party. He will need almost all Republicans to vote in his favor in the public roll call to win the position. The Republicans have been struggling to unite their majority and face challenges such as funding legislation and impending deadlines for federal programs. The House is currently led by interim speaker pro tempore Rep. Patrick McHenry.

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