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Johnson Promises Trump Protection, Halts Subpoenas, Epstein File Law

6/28/2026

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Johnson Defends Trump

Mike Johnson said at coalition summit he runs a “protection program” for President Donald Trump, which analysts called organized-crime terminology.
At Faith and Freedom summit, Mike Johnson warned a Democratic House would make committees investigate Donald Trump, family, cabinet, donors.
Republicans blocked subpoenas and stalled a law to release Jeffrey Epstein-related files.
White House Counsel briefed appointees on congressional oversight, using a PowerPoint.

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Johnson Defends Trump

Johnson told the Faith & Freedom Coalition he runs a protection program to shield President Donald Trump’s family and allies.
Speaker Mike Johnson warned a Democratic House would turn committees into bodies targeting President Trump’s family, cabinet, donors and friends.
Johnson noted twice in 90 years a president has gained House seats in a midterm.
The primary wins backed by Zohran Mamdani, including two socialists, were called a dangerous trend.

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Johnson Warns Democrats

Recent polls show Democrats leading the generic congressional ballot by three points, 38 % to 35 %.
Speaker Mike Johnson warned at Faith and Freedom Coalition Democrats would target President Donald Trump's family Republicans lose control in 2026.
House spokeswoman Olivia Wales said President Donald Trump's agenda made country greater and defend majorities.
An Echelon Insights poll found 45 % voters lean Republican in Congress while 51 % favor Democrats.

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Johnson Defends Trump

Mike Johnson said at coalition summit he runs a “protection program” for President Donald Trump, which analysts called organized-crime terminology.
At Faith and Freedom summit, Mike Johnson warned a Democratic House would make committees investigate Donald Trump, family, cabinet, donors.
Republicans blocked subpoenas and stalled a law to release Jeffrey Epstein-related files.
White House Counsel briefed appointees on congressional oversight, using a PowerPoint.

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