House Speaker Mike Johnson expressed confidence in his ability to retain his position ahead of the speaker's vote. He stated that he believes he has the necessary votes and is prepared to go through multiple rounds if needed.
When asked about the whip count, Johnson mentioned that he feels they are in a good position and will soon have clarity on the matter. He dismissed concerns about not securing the votes in the first round, emphasizing that it is all part of the process and expressing optimism about the outcome.
