Speaker Mike Johnson addressed the House GOP's tighter margins in 2025, emphasizing the need for careful planning to advance the ambitious Trump agenda. Following the outcome of the 2024 election, where Democrats flipped a seat in Central California, Johnson acknowledged the delicate balance with a final party breakdown of 220-215. With three vacancies expected in early 2025 due to Trump's cabinet picks, Johnson expressed his intention to fill these seats by late spring.
During a meeting with Senate Republicans, Johnson highlighted the urgency of addressing the slim majority. He stressed the importance of strategic maneuvering to navigate the challenges ahead. When questioned about the feasibility of pushing through a substantial GOP agenda with such narrow margins, Johnson expressed confidence in the House GOP's ability to operate effectively in a small majority, citing it as a familiar practice.
