Friday morning, House Republicans passed a clean, short-term continuing resolution to responsibly fund the government as bipartisan negotiations on a full-year funding solution continue. Shamefully, all House Democrats but one voted against the legislation and to shut down the government. Following the successful vote, Speaker Johnson called on Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer to do the right thing and join with Republicans to fund the government. Click the image below for more.

On Thursday afternoon, Speaker Johnson delivered a floor speech to encourage his colleagues in the House to pass his resolution honoring Charlie Kirk and send a bipartisan message that political violence – and the glorification and celebration of violence – are profoundly wrong and unacceptable. On Friday, the House passed the resolution, with all House Republicans voting in favor. Click below to watch Speaker Johnson's floor speech.

The House passed four key pieces of legislation this week to codify President Donald Trump’s Executive Order confronting the crime crisis in our nation’s capital. Following House passage of all four bills, Speaker Johnson said, "Millions of Americans rightly have major concerns because they see how Democrats protect criminals. Republicans' legislative efforts will help restore order in D.C. but also offer a blueprint for other cities." Click here for Speaker Johnson's full statement and more on each bill.

House Adopted Legislation Targeting D.C. Crime:

H.R. 4922 — D.C. CRIMES Act (Sponsored by Rep. Byron Donalds): Prohibits the D.C. Council from enacting lenient sentencing reforms and ensures youth offenders are appropriately charged as adults for serious crimes.

H.R. 5140 — District of Columbia Juvenile Sentencing Reform Act (Sponsored by Rep. Brandon Gill): Lowers the age for juveniles to be tried as adults for violent offenses from 16 to 14, addressing the surge in youth crime.

H.R. 5143 — District of Columbia Policing Protection Act (Sponsored by Rep. Clay Higgins): Restores law enforcement’s ability to pursue fleeing suspects and enhances public safety through real-time alerts during police pursuits.

H.R. 5125 — District of Columbia Judicial Nominations Reform Act (Sponsored by Rep. Pete Sessions): Repeals the D.C. Judicial Nomination Commission and returns judicial appointments to the President and Senate, in line with the Constitution.

House Republicans passed three pieces of legislation this week to support President Trump and Republicans’ promise to unleash American energy dominance. Following House passage on Thursday, Speaker Johnson said, "As Democrats continue to push radical, job-killing, impossible-to-attain green agendas – Republicans are focused on real solutions that grow the economy and put American workers first." Click here for more on the legislation.

HIGHLIGHTS OF THE WEEK

At the weekly House Republican Leadership press conference, Speaker Johnson discussed the impact and legacy of Charlie Kirk, explained how House Republicans are working with the Trump Administration to make the nation’s capital safe again, and laid out the plan to responsibly keep the government open. Click the image below to watch Speaker Johnson's remarks.

On Monday evening, Speaker Johnson hosted a bipartisan vigil in Statuary Hall in the U.S. Capitol Building for Members of Congress to honor the life of Charlie Kirk following his tragic assassination. To conclude the vigil, Speaker Johnson led everyone in a moment of silence and prayer. Click the image below to watch his remarks.

Speaker Johnson also delivered brief remarks and a prayer at the memorial vigil for Charlie Kirk at the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C on Sunday evening. Thousands gathered to reflect on Charlie's impact, life, and role as a husband and father. Following the vigil, Speaker Johnson said, "May God bless the legacy and family of our fallen friend, and this great nation that Charlie so dearly loved." Click the image below to watch.

IN THE MEDIA

Speaker Johnson joined multiple shows to reflect on the profound life and legacy of Charlie Kirk and to condemn all forms of political violence. He also discussed Republicans' plan to responsibly keep the government open. Click the images to watch, and check our YouTube channel for more.

Face the Nation on CBS

Fox News Sunday

Squawk Box on CNBC

Special Report with Bret Baier on FOX

Kudlow on FOX Business

Saturday in America with Kayleigh McEnany on FOX News

LAGNIAPPE

Last week, Speaker Johnson's staff attended the Woodside LNG's groundbreaking ceremony of Louisiana LNG located in Calcasieu Parish, which is the largest single foreign direct investment in Louisiana. With great collaboration between local and federal partners, this project brings thousands of job opportunities and will boost the local economy.

On Constitution Day, Speaker Johnson's staff visited schools in Louisiana's Fourth Congressional District to deliver pocket Constitutions and educate students about our nation's founding document.

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