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Trump overrules Mike Johnson in dramatic GOP showdown

Johnson opposed adding Stefanik’s provision to the defense bill, then discussed the matter with her and Trump.

Trump overrules Mike Johnson in dramatic GOP showdown
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President Donald Trump intervened in a dispute between House Speaker Mike Johnson and Rep. Elise Stefanik over adding her FBI-investigation disclosure provision to the National Defense Authorization Act. Stefanik said the provision would be included after discussions with Trump and Johnson.

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Speaker of the House involved in the dispute over adding Stefanik’s provision to the defense bill

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House Republican Conference Chair seeking to add her FBI-investigation disclosure provision to the defense bill

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Stefanik Challenges Johnson Over FBI Oversight Provision

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