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Speaker Johnson to Honor U.S.-U.K. Ties in Historic Address

1/7/2026

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Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) will address the U.K. Parliament on January 20, becoming the first House Speaker to do so.
His speech will celebrate America’s 250th anniversary of independence and highlight the enduring U.S.-U.K. friendship forged through shared values.
Johnson emphasized the importance of individual freedom and the rule of law in the U.S.-U.K. relationship.
Hoyle welcomed Johnson and noted the U.S.-U.K. connection dates back over 400 years.

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Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) will address the U.K. Parliament on January 20, becoming the first House Speaker to do so.
His speech will celebrate America’s 250th anniversary of independence and highlight the enduring U.S.-U.K. friendship forged through shared values.
Johnson emphasized the importance of individual freedom and the rule of law in the U.S.-U.K. relationship.
Hoyle welcomed Johnson and noted the U.S.-U.K. connection dates back over 400 years.