Speaker Johnson just told reporters that he is not resigning from his role as House Speaker and explained why.
Here’s what he said:
JOHNSON JUST NOW: "I am not resigning."
— Jake Sherman (@JakeSherman) April 16, 2024
Johnson: "I regard myself as a war-time speaker … I didn't think this would be an easy path."
— Jake Sherman (@JakeSherman) April 16, 2024
Below is video of part of Johnson’s response:
Here is Thomas Massie’s statement to reporters on his call for Johnson to resign: