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Extended interview: House Speaker Mike Johnson

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Extended interview: House Speaker Mike Johnson. (2026, October 12). CBS News. https://www.cbsnews.com/video/extended-interview-house-speaker-mike-johnson/

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Mike Johnson, the House Speaker, gave an extended interview to CBS News where he discussed the upcoming November midterm elections and the potential for Republicans to maintain control of the House. He also touched on his own future political intentions during the conversation with Robert Costa.
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House Speaker Mike Johnson, who has led House Republicans since 2023, told CBS News' Robert Costa that he plans to remain as GOP leader even if Republicans lose their House majority in November's midterm elections. Despite the traditionally challenging dynamics for the party opposing the White House occupant, Johnson remains optimistic about retaining or expanding his party’s narrow majority. Johnson downplayed speculation stemming from a previous "tongue-in-cheek" comment suggesting he might start a lawn business if Republicans lost control of the House, emphasizing that his primary goal is to serve God and country. The interview took place near Shreveport, Louisiana, where Johnson resides.

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House Speaker Mike Johnson sat down with CBS News' Robert Costa to talk about November's midterm elections, Republican chances of keeping the House majority and his future plans.
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2026-10-12 · CBS News
Extended interview: House Speaker Mike Johnson · assertive framing

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House Speaker Mike Johnson sat down with CBS News' Robert Costa to talk about November's midterm elections, Republican chances of keeping the House majority and his future plans. asserted
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