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House Speaker Mike Johnson survives motion to oust him

Rep. Nick LaLota (R-NY) speaks to reporters, stressing his opposition to the effort to remove Mike Johnson (R-LA) from the Speaker’s position, Washington, DC, May 8, 2024. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-GA) introduced a motion to vacate the Speaker’s office, which was defeated by a motion to table the issue immediately afterward. (Photo by Allison Bailey/NurPhoto)

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Photo ID: #11226769
Date taken: 8 May 2024
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Photographer: Allison Bailey/NurPhoto
Category: Politics

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