'The people's House is back in business,' newly elected Speaker Mike Johnson told colleagues before being sworn in.
Speaking after the vote, Johnson vowed to hit the ground running and get the House back to work. A government shutdown is fast approaching, and the White House has requested a $106 billion emergency aid package for Israel, Ukraine and other priorities.
'We're going to dispense with all the usual ceremonies and celebrations that traditionally follow a new speakership because we have no time for either one,' Johnson said. 'The American people's business is too urgent in this moment. The hour is late. The crisis is great.
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