On Tuesday, Speaker Johnson presented the Congressional Gold Medal to the 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion, commonly known as the "Six Triple Eight." This battalion was the first and only unit of African American women to serve overseas during World War II. In the face of discrimination and in the midst of brutal wartime conditions, these brave women quickly cleared the backlog of 17 million letters in only three months, connecting loved ones to soldiers in Europe and boosting morale. Stanley Earley III and Judith Earley, children of Lieutenant Colonel Charity Adams Earley, accepted the award on behalf of the 855 women who served in the Six Triple Eight. Click here for Speaker Johnson's remarks.

The House passed S. 146, the Take It Down Act, on Monday to protect victims of AI-generated or nonconsensual sexual images. First Lady Melania Trump is a champion of this legislation, and it is headed to President Trump's desk to be signed into law. Following House passage, Speaker Johnson said, "I want to thank First Lady Melania Trump for championing this important legislation that empowers and provides protections to victims of online sexual exploitation."

HIGHLIGHTS OF THE WEEK

On Wednesday, Speaker Johnson delivered the keynote address at the 2025 Susan B. Anthony (SBA) Pro-Life America Gala. He reflected on his work to protect life over his career and highlighted House Republicans’ efforts to uphold the sanctity of every human life. This includes supporting pregnant and new mothers and redirecting taxpayer dollars away from federally funded abortion centers. Click the image below to watch his address.

On the National Day of Prayer, Speaker Johnson delivered remarks and offered a prayer at the Congressional Observance. He spoke about America’s biblical foundations and reflected on this year’s theme: “Pour Out to the God of Hope and Be Filled” (Romans 15:13). Later that day, he joined President Trump at the White House, where he prayed for our nation and its leaders. Click the image below to watch his remarks.

Last week, Speaker Johnson visited with Colonel Joshua Glonek, 3rd Brigade 10th Mountain Division, and other senior leaders stationed at Fort Johnson. They recently returned home from a deployment to Europe in support of Operation Atlantic Resolve and were pivotal in testing the U.S. Army’s Transformation in Contact Initiative.

IN THE MEDIA

Speaker Johnson joined FOX News with Sean Hannity to discuss President Trump's historic first 100 Days and House Republicans' efforts on Capitol Hill to codify the President's agenda. Click the images to watch, and check our YouTube channel for more.

FOX News with Sean Hannity

Hill and Valley Forum

LAGNIAPPE

Woodside Energy announced a $17.5 billion investment to build a new liquified natural gas (LNG) production facility in Calcasieu Parish. Louisiana is responsible for two-thirds of America's LNG exports, and this development will create thousands of American jobs, bring down prices for hardworking families, and reinforce Louisiana as a global energy superpower. This is great news for Louisiana's Fourth Congressional District! Read more here.

In April, Speaker Johnson hosted the 2025 Community Awards Ceremony in Bossier City, Louisiana. Speaker Johnson honored the winners of the 2025 Congressional Art Competition and presented Congressional Commendation certificates to outstanding leaders and constituents from Louisiana’s Fourth Congressional District for their contributions to their communities. Click here for more.

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