U.S. Rep. Mike Johnson 4th District of Louisiana | Official U.S. House headshot
U.S. Rep. Mike Johnson 4th District of Louisiana | Official U.S. House headshot
Today, Speaker Johnson participated in the 52nd annual March for Life held on the National Mall in Washington. The event was attended by over 100,000 people and featured prominent figures such as Vice President JD Vance, Senate Majority Leader John Thune, and Florida Governor Ron DeSantis.
Speaker Johnson addressed the crowd with a commitment to protecting life. "My friends, House and Senate Republicans are committed to protecting innocent life. We will do it," he stated. He emphasized that as the nation approaches its 250th anniversary, the recognition of the right to life remains central to self-governance.
During his speech, Speaker Johnson highlighted his past experience as a constitutional law attorney defending freedoms like religious liberty and human life sanctity. He also expressed optimism about current leadership under President Donald J. Trump and Vice President JD Vance.
Johnson noted recent actions by President Trump, including pardoning pro-life activists and an executive order defining life from conception. Additionally, he mentioned Congress's passage of the Born Alive Survivors Protection Act, which ensures care for infants surviving abortion attempts.
He reiterated Republican dedication to protecting life: "House and Senate Republicans are committed to protecting innocent life." Johnson concluded by urging continued efforts towards a culture of life and sharing his personal story related to unplanned pregnancy.