Congressional leaders rarely lose floor votes. Last night, House Republicans lost two. Summary Congressional leaders rarely lose floor votes. Last night, House Republicans lost two. In back-to-back votes, two top priorities – their attempt to impeach DHS Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas and the Israel aid bill – failed in an embarrassing blow to Speaker Mike Johnson. The House defeated the impeachment resolution for the Secretary of Homeland Security by a 214-216 vote. House Republicans prepared for Mayorkas’ impeachment for months, have …
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Rep. Mike Johnson, a little-known Congressman from Louisiana and lower-ranked member of Republican leadership, was elected Speaker of the House on Wednesday. Summary Rep. Mike Johnson, a little-known Congressman from Louisiana and lower-ranked member of Republican …