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Who is Mike Johnson? An ardent conservative who embraces far-right policies
By: Molly Ryan | NPR
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WASHINGTON (NPR) — After weeks of uncertainty, House Republicans elected Louisiana Rep. Mike Johnson, a conservative Christian who opposes abortion rights and same-sex marriages, to become House speaker. While his… Read More