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Rep. Mike Johnson of Louisiana Nominated as GOP House Speaker, But Can He Secure the Necessary Votes?

Desus Nice of "The Daily Show" recently joked about the GOP's failed attempt to nominate Tom Emmer as House Speaker, as he was unable to secure the near-unanimous support needed to win the gavel. The party has now nominated Rep. Mike Johnson of Louisiana as their new nominee, but it is still uncertain if he can gain the necessary 217 Republican votes.