With opposition folding, Speaker Johnson retains gavel as Thune assumes leadership in Senate

After a call from Donald Trump to holdouts led to switched votes, the Louisiana Republican wins the speakership with a whisker-thin margin on the first ballot.

House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries shakes hands after giving the gavel to House Speaker Mike Johnson in a customary nod to the peaceful transfer of power as the House of Representatives meets to elect a speaker and convene the new 119th Congress on Friday. (AP Photo/Jacquelyn Martin)

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With opposition folding, Speaker Johnson retains gavel as Thune assumes leadership in Senate

After a call from Donald Trump to holdouts led to switched votes, the Louisiana Republican wins the speakership with a whisker-thin margin on the first ballot.

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