Mike Johnson says Biden farewell address doesn’t offset his legacy

Published January 16, 2025 11:25am ET



Speaker of the House Mike Johnson (R-LA) summarized President Joe Biden‘s legacy as one of “catastrophe.”

Biden gave his farewell speech Wednesday night, which prompted Johnson’s response on Fox News’s Hannity afterward. The outgoing president, 82, is the oldest to hold the office and will be succeeded by President-elect Donald Trump, who endorsed Johnson for speaker during his recent reelection in the House.

Already a print subscriber? Click here to login/register your account

Trusted reporting.Unlimited access.

Subscribe for full access to Washington Examiner coverage, expert political analysis, and subscriber-only journalism.

Get Unlimited Access

Already a member? Log in

Cancel anytime.