How Mike Johnson listening to Democrats could help him save his job

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A group of House Democrats are willing to help House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) keep his post if GOP hardliners attempt to oust him.

A group of House conservatives are pressing Johnson to abandon the $1.66 trillion spending deal with Senate Democrats. On Friday, the speaker said he’s sticking with the deal to avert a partial government shutdown next week. 

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