Washington, D.C. – Congressman Michael C. Burgess, M.D. (R-TX), Vice Chairman of the House Rules Committee and Chairman for the House Budget Committee Health Care Task Force, released the following statement congratulating U.S. Representative Mike Johnson (LA-04) on being elected Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives. 

"Now, more than ever, House Republicans need to be united. I am confident that Mike Johnson is the right man for the job,” said Burgess. “With his unwavering commitment to conservative principles, he will lead the House of Representatives with a steady hand as we get back to work implementing our Commitment to America. His leadership is not only well-deserved but also deeply needed. I extend heartfelt congratulations to my friend, Speaker Mike Johnson.”