Shutdown Saga Reveals New Fault Lines for Speaker Johnson, Testing His Grip on the Gavel
Congress just wrapped up one of its most dramatic sessions in recent history, paving the way for what’s next in the political landscape. The late-night approval of the government shutdown package highlighted the growing divisions in Washington. As President-elect Donald Trump prepares to return to the White House, Speaker Mike Johnson is fighting to keep his job, and Republicans are set to take full control of the House and Senate in the upcoming year. Additionally, the rise of Elon Musk as a significant player on Capitol Hill is shifting power dynamics. The stage is set for what’s to come.
