On Thursday, Speaker Johnson joined President Trump, congressional members from both sides of the aisle, and distinguished guests at the 73rd National Prayer Breakfast in the U.S. Capitol’s Statuary Hall. Speaker Johnson read the Beatitudes from Matthew 5: 1-10, and President Trump reaffirmed that we are one nation under God. Click below for more.

On Thursday, Congress passed the HALT Fentanyl Act to combat the fentanyl crisis and save American lives. This bill permanently classifies fentanyl-related substances as Schedule I, giving law enforcement the tools needed to halt this epidemic. Four years of Biden's open border policies have exacerbated the fentanyl crisis, which kills over 200 Americans every day. Speaker Johnson remarked on House Republicans delivering on their America First promises, "...Republicans are taking decisive, strong, and immediate action to keep these dangerous drugs out of our communities."

From liquified natural gas (LNG) export pauses to offshore drilling bans, the past four years have been a constant, unjustifiable attack on the American energy industry. Speaker Johnson and House Republicans are working to restore our energy dominance and stop the assault on American energy by passing H.R. 26, The Protecting American Energy Production Act. "This bill ensures fracking will remain an essential tool in our nation’s energy production, allowing us to harness regions like the Permian Basin rather than turning to foreign adversaries for our energy needs and helping to fully unleash America’s energy potential," Speaker Johnson said.

HIGHLIGHTS OF THE WEEK

On Wednesday, President Trump signed an executive order that bans biological men from competing in women's sports. Speaker Johnson joined the President and Republican colleagues at the White House to celebrate this victory for women. Click the image below to watch President Trump restore common sense in America.

On Friday morning, Speaker Johnson visited with Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu in the U.S. Capitol. With strong leadership in the White House, Speaker Johnson reaffirmed America's unequivocal support for Israel. Speaker Johnson and Prime Minister Netanyahu delivered remarks following their meeting in the Capitol. Click the image to watch.

On Tuesday, Speaker Johnson's staff presented the Eighth Air Force with a Capitol flag and certificate honoring 50 years at Barksdale. The Eighth Air Force, also known as "The Mighty Eighth," moved to Barksdale in 1975 and has served as our nation's leading force for nuclear deterrence. Click the photo below for more.

IN THE MEDIA

Speaker Johnson joined FOX and Friends Sunday to discuss the first two weeks of President Trump’s second term and how he has done more in this short time than Joe Biden did in four years. He also joined FOX News Sunday live from the Superdome in New Orleans. Click the images to watch, and check our YouTube channel for more.

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LAGNIAPPE

Louisiana is thrilled to host the 59th Super Bowl in New Orleans, the 11th time the Crescent City will host the game. Louisiana's unique culture and values will be on display for tens of millions of people around the world.

Speaker Johnson is honored and proud to represent the great people of Louisiana's 4th Congressional District. He is always grateful for your support. Never hesitate to reach out.

Thank you for reading,

Notes from the Office of Speaker Mike Johnson