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WASHINGTON — Speaker Johnson issued the following statement on the tragic death of Charlie Kirk: “Utterly devastating. Charlie was a close friend and confidant. He will be sorely missed by so many. Every political leader must loudly and clearly decry this violence. Our prayers go out to his wife and young children. May he rest in peace.” ### Read More »

WASHINGTON — At the weekly House Republican Leadership press conference, Speaker Johnson addressed the senseless murder of a 23-year-old Ukrainian refugee in North Carolina, the continuation of President Trump’s successful crackdown on crime, UN countries considering recognizing Palestinian statehood, and Democrats discussing shutting down the government ahead of the government funding deadline. W... Read More »

WASHINGTON — After years of rising crime due to failed Democrat policies, President Donald Trump took decisive action in Washington, D.C. The results were immediate: homicides dropped, criminals were arrested, and law and order has been restored. “Criminals are enabled by soft on crime policies and even softer prosecutions and prosecutors. They have relentlessly abused the public and our public sp... Read More »

WASHINGTON — On Friday, September 5, Speaker Johnson delivered keynote remarks at the G7 Speakers’ Meeting in Ottawa, Canada, on the subject of “Protecting Legislators from All Forms of Violence.” During the summit, Speaker Johnson also held bilateral meetings with the parliamentary leaders from other G7 countries. G7 parliamentary leaders' “family” photo. Speaker Johnson delivers remarks at the P... Read More »

WASHINGTON — At the weekly House Republican Leadership press conference, Speaker Johnson recapped his travel to districts across the country during the August District Work Period, touted the rapid decline in crime in Washington, D.C. following President Trump’s crackdown, and discussed how Congressional Democrats are already seeding the ground for a government shutdown. “D.C. residents and the re... Read More »

WASHINGTON — House Republicans today voted to endorse and affirm the House Oversight Committee’s investigation into the horrific crimes committed by Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell. Speaker Johnson released the following statement: “President Trump is the most transparent and accessible President in U.S. history, and House Republicans are in lockstep with the President on our commitment to d... Read More »

WASHINGTON — During the August District Work Period, Speaker Johnson and House Republicans delivered the good news of the One Big Beautiful Bill in Congressional Districts across America. In Louisiana’s 4th Congressional District, Speaker Johnson participated in a panel discussion with Louisiana farmers to discuss how the One Big Beautiful Bill delivers for American agriculture and explained how t... Read More »

WASHINGTON — This morning, ahead of Congress' return to legislative session next week, Speaker Johnson joined ABC's Good Morning America, CNN's CNN News Central, and Fox News' America's Newsroom all in studio to recap the August District Work Period, preview the month ahead, and react to news of the day. Watch Speaker Johnson on ABC here, CNN here, and Fox News here. On the August District Work Pe... Read More »

WASHINGTON — As American schoolchildren head back into the classroom, the One Big Beautiful Bill will ensure American families are in the best possible position to succeed. House Republicans have delivered once-in-a-generation pocketbook relief and educational freedom to American families with the passage of the One Big Beautiful Bill. The One Big Beautiful Bill slashes taxes for working families,... Read More »

WASHINGTON — On Tuesday, August 26, 2025, Speaker Johnson’s office – in coordination with the Bossier Clerk of Court Jill Sessions – will host a passport fair for all Louisiana residents hoping to either renew or acquire a passport. Any Louisianian with upcoming plans to travel outside of the country is encouraged to attend and prevent future passport emergencies. Click here for details and requir... Read More »

WASHINGTON — On Wednesday, July 30th, Speaker Johnson traveled throughout Louisiana’s Fourth Congressional District to meet with his constituents, local leaders, Louisiana farmers, and business owners. At each event, Speaker Johnson discussed how the One Big Beautiful Bill puts America back on the path of strength and prosperity, and he answered questions from the crowd and discussed how this hist... Read More »

WASHINGTON — One month after President Trump signed into law the One Big Beautiful Bill, the American people are celebrating the historic wins included in the legislation. Republicansprevented the largest tax hike in American history for working-class families and also secured additional tax savings for millions of tipped and hourly workers. The One Big Beautiful Bill eliminates federal taxes on t... Read More »

WASHINGTON — This morning, Speaker Johnson joined Kristen Welker on NBC’s Meet the Press to discuss House Republicans pushing for maximum transparency regarding the Epstein files, the One Big Beautiful Bill’s popular and commonsense Medicaid reforms, and Israel’s efforts to deliver aid into Gaza. Watch the full interview here On Republicans insisting maximum transparency regarding the Epstein File... Read More »

WASHINGTON — Six months into the Trump Administration, Republicans in the 119th Congress are delivering on President Trump’s America First agenda. With the historic passage of the One Big Beautiful Bill and many more separate pieces of legislation, House Republicans have already voted to codify 50 of President Trump’s executive actions. “The American people gave President Trump a clear mandate to ... Read More »

WASHINGTON — Chairman Barry Loudermilk (GA-11) today introduced a resolution establishing the new select subcommittee for the 119th Congress to continue Congress’ investigation into the events surrounding January 6, 2021. Once the resolution is approved by the House, the work will be chaired by Rep. Loudermilk and exist as a Select Subcommittee of the House Judiciary Committee chaired by Rep. Jim ... Read More »