Mike Johnson, endorsed by Trump, secured the House speakership on Friday in the first round of voting after overcoming initial dissent.

Although three Republicans initially voted for other candidates, they later switched to Johnson, giving him the necessary 218 votes.

All Democrats supported Hakeem Jeffries.

Johnson made last-minute commitments on fiscal reform and government oversight to secure GOP backing, particularly from members concerned about budget cuts.

His victory came amid a slim Republican majority and after intense behind-the-scenes negotiations, The Guardian has reported.

Johnson’s election follows a chaotic speaker race in 2023 that required 15 rounds of voting.

Written by B.C. Begley