As President-elect Donald Trump considers House Republicans for his Cabinet, Speaker Mike Johnson faces a delicate balancing act to maintain the party's majority in the next Congress. Trump has already named Rep. Elise Stefanik as UN ambassador and approached Rep. Mike Waltz for the national security adviser role, sparking discussions about other potential picks from the House.
While the House GOP remains a strong base of support for Trump, losing key members to his Cabinet could jeopardize Johnson's ability to maintain control of the chamber in 2025. Lawmakers like Rep. Kelly Armstrong acknowledge the talent within the party but emphasize the importance of preserving the majority.