The current Speaker of the United States House of Representatives is Republican Mike Johnson of Louisiana. He was re-elected on January 3, 2025, at the start of the 119th Congress, winning a narrow 218–215 majority against Democrat Hakeem Jeffries. Johnson initially faced opposition from some Republicans but secured the speakership after two Republican members switched their votes in his favor
. Mike Johnson first became Speaker in October 2023, succeeding Kevin McCarthy, and was re-elected to continue serving in this role. He represents Louisiana's 4th Congressional District and is noted for having risen to the speakership relatively quickly, with less than seven years in the House
. Thus, as of May 23, 2025, Mike Johnson remains the Speaker of the House.
