Staff Reports
House Speaker Mike Johnson, a Republican from Louisiana, praised House Democrat Leader Hakeem Jeffries from New York. Johnson called Jeffries a “good man” and said they have more in common than people might think, even though they have policy disagreements. Johnson also mentioned that they both share the experience of losing their fathers, finding common ground in their personal lives.
Before a vote that threatened Johnson’s speakership, Jeffries opposed the efforts to remove Johnson from his position, saying that the move would harm the well-being of the American people. Despite criticism from some Republicans, Johnson’s positive ratings among Democrats have been rising, although his approval among Republicans has decreased.
I agree, both of you sellout Americans
Mike Johnson: Hakeem Jeffries and I Have a Lot in Common
Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) praised House Democrat Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-NY) in an interview with Politico, saying that he and the Democrat leader have “more in common than… pic.twitter.com/q99JdmTypU— floridanow1 (@floridanow1) May 11, 2024
This comes as Johnson has faced backlash for his support of a large Ukraine aid bill and been accused of siding with the Democratic Party. Johnson narrowly avoided losing his speakership after a vote initiated by Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene. However, a group of Democrats refused to support Greene’s resolution, allowing Johnson to keep his position.
Johnson values his working relationship with Jeffries and believes that they are both honest and truthful in their interactions, trusting each other’s word. Though they may have differing political views, they find common ground in their personal values and principles.
