Carbondale Reporter

U.S. Representative Mike Bost of Illinois released a statement today expressing his support for the newly elected Speaker of the House of Representatives, Mike Johnson from Louisiana. In his statement, Bost praised Johnson as a consistent conservative who possesses the necessary leadership skills to guide the People's House through challenging times.

Bost stated, "I was proud to cast my vote today for the new Speaker of the House, Mike Johnson. Speaker Johnson is a consistent conservative with the steady hand to lead the People’s House through consequential times. I share his conservative vision for America and value the respect he inspires from all corners of the Republican Conference."

Bost also highlighted the pressing issues that need to be addressed, including securing the border, passing conservative spending bills, and providing assistance to Israel. He emphasized the urgency to get back to work and expressed confidence in Johnson's ability to lead effectively.

With a proven track record as a staunch conservative and the ability to garner respect from his colleagues, Speaker Johnson is well-positioned to guide the House of Representatives in addressing the nation's priorities. Bost's endorsement signifies the confidence many Republicans have in Johnson's leadership abilities.

For more information, please visit the official statement on Representative Bost's website: [https://bost.house.gov/2023/10/bost-statement-on-mike-johnson-speaker-election](https://bost.house.gov/2023/10/bost-statement-on-mike-johnson-speaker-election)

For additional details, please follow this link: https://bost.house.gov/2023/10/bost-statement-on-mike-johnson-speaker-election