Representative Thomas Massie expressed strong opposition to Mike Johnson's candidacy, suggesting that dissenters felt a need to extract concessions before supporting the new speaker.
Johnson initially believed he would only lose one vote but ended up losing two more before ultimately earning their support through appeals, despite uncertainty over his promises.
The vote saw all Democrats aligning with Hakeem Jeffries, while those in the Freedom Caucus who declined to vote changed their stance, signaling a divide in support.
Despite initial opposition from key figures, Johnson navigated the complexities of the speaker vote with confidence and strategic interaction, ultimately securing victory.
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