Johnson's Test: Can GOP Unify? | Roanoke News

House Speaker Mike Johnson is under pressure to unify his fractured Republican caucus before the November elections, after last week’s legislative paralysis. With President Trump pushing for $87.6 billion more for the Iran war and demanding Republicans stop blocking votes, Johnson’s credibility is on the line. Meanwhile, hard-liners are tying support for key bills to passing an election integrity measure requiring proof of citizenship — a move that’s infuriating Democrats and even some GOP members. The real test? Passing the defense bill — a must-pass — while also navigating Trump’s push for more spending and a controversial “waste and fraud” funding bill. With the fiscal year ending September 30, time is running out for Johnson to prove he can actually govern. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/8d7a1e75eb780fbb