US EditionAt 3 a.m. in the Capitol, the Speaker of the House pauses to share his place for prayer
- Just past 3 a.m. In the Capitol on May 21, 2025, House Speaker Mike Johnson paused for prayer hours before a House vote on President Trump's top priority bill.
- Mike Johnson, a conservative Christian who became speaker after fellow Republicans removed their previous leader, sought to advance the 'big, beautiful bill' despite facing significant challenges and strong resistance.
- The bill proposes changes causing an estimated 8.6 million people to lose health care and 3 million monthly to lose SNAP benefits, involving new work requirements for able-bodied adults.
- Johnson expressed his belief that completing this task is essential for the nation's survival and mentioned turning to prayer in the Capitol’s quiet prayer room for guidance.
- House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries called the bill 'unconscionable' and 'un-American,' warning it would harm vulnerable populations and urged Congress to do better ahead of the vote.
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At 3 a.m. in the Capitol, the Speaker of the House pauses to share his place for prayer
Speaker Mike Johnson was rushing through the halls of the Capitol during the overnight House vote on President Donald Trump's big tax bill.
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