Democracy Dies in Darkness
The Republican whip elaborates on his efforts to push the president’s agenda in a narrowly divided House. He focused on maintaining relationships and humor throughout these challenges.
Time of Publication: Yesterday at 5:00 a.m. EDT
From left, House Majority Whip Tom Emmer (R-Minnesota) talks with Chief Deputy Whip Guy Reschenthaler (R-Pennsylvania) in July in Emmer’s office on Capitol Hill. (Maxine Wallace/The Washington Post)
This week illustrated House Republicans’ difficulties in governing with a minimal majority. Some votes did not succeed, while others were completely abandoned. After several Republicans crossed party lines, House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-Louisiana) ended the session. They urged President Donald Trump to cease the war in Iran.