House Speaker Mike Johnson on Government Shutdown, Comey Indictment, and January 6th

Government Shutdown Negotiations

• 🎯 House Speaker Mike Johnson discussed the looming government shutdown with Jake Tapper, emphasizing the need for common sense and good faith in negotiations.
• 🗓️ The primary goal of a continuing resolution is to buy time for appropriators to complete the 12 separate appropriations bills, a process usually delayed until year-end.
• 🏛️ Johnson stated that Democrats, led by Chuck Schumer, are demanding a $1.5 trillion spending increase and the reinstatement of healthcare for illegal aliens, which Republicans oppose.
• 🏥 Regarding Obamacare subsidies, Johnson clarified that the policy debate is separate from the current CR and that it is illegal for non-citizens to receive these subsidies.
• 🗣️ He characterized Schumer's demands as partisan and an attempt to gain political cover from the far-left base.

James Comey Indictment and DOJ Weaponization

• ⚖️ Johnson asserted that the indictment of James Comey stems from allegations of perjury before Congress, as determined by a grand jury.
• 🇺🇸 He expressed strong concerns about the weaponization of the Department of Justice (DOJ), particularly during the Biden administration, alleging it was used to target Donald Trump.
• 🔍 Johnson believes the DOJ did the bare minimum in investigating Hunter Biden and President Biden, suggesting it was to maintain appearances rather than genuine accountability.
• 📺 He cited Comey's past actions and statements as evidence of bias against Trump, arguing the DOJ has been used against him.

January 6th and Transparency

• 🕵️‍♂️ Regarding January 6th, Johnson mentioned new information suggesting 274 FBI agents were present in the crowd for crowd control, not for a false flag operation.
• ❓ He acknowledged that questions remain about the involvement of some individuals and whether they incited violence or opened gates.
• 📊 A bipartisan subcommittee is reviewing the original J6 committee's investigation due to perceived bias and potential evidence mishandling.
• 📄 Johnson is in favor of full transparency, including the release of Epstein files, which he expects to be brought to the House floor soon.