State Department Update: 33 Americans Killed, 10 Missing in Israel-Hamas Conflict – USA Herald
New House Speaker Chosen
The election of Mike Johnson marks the end of a period of political paralysis in the House that followed McCarthy’s departure, a move driven by hardline conservative factions and unprecedented in recent political history. The removal of McCarthy led the House into uncharted territory, leaving the Republican party in a state of turmoil.
In a remarkable display of cohesion, following weeks of intense infighting within the GOP, Rep. Johnson secured 220 votes, with no defections among Republican members. The solid backing, he received from his party underscores the unity that now prevails within the House Republican majority.
The newly elected speaker immediately faces a series of pressing challenges. Government funding is scheduled to expire on November 17, necessitating cooperation between the GOP-controlled House and the Democratic-led Senate to avert a potential government shutdown. This impending crisis presents an early and formidable test of Johnson’s leadership capabilities.
Conflict over Aid to Ukraine
Lawmakers must now turn their attention to Ukraine’s aid in its ongoing struggle against Russian aggression. And decide on support for Israel in its conflict with Hamas. There is substantial bipartisan support for aiding Israel, but division within the House Republican ranks over providing additional assistance to Ukraine.
