January 3, 2025, New York, NY – The American Jewish Congress congratulates Speaker Mike Johnson on his reelection as Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives. Since his initial election, Speaker Johnson has demonstrated the ability to navigate a deeply divided Congress.
Moreover, Speaker Johnson has been steadfast in emphasizing the importance of the U.S. Congress’s bipartisan support for Israel. With Israel battling terror forces across the Middle East, U.S. support remains crucial, both to deter further threats from hostile actors in the region and to ensure that Israel has all the resources it needs to defend itself and its citizens. The U.S. Congress has been instrumental in supporting Israel, and we are confident that Speaker Johnson will continue this proud legacy and guarantee the continued and unconditional U.S. support for our ally.
At the same time, we are facing an alarming rise of antisemitism in the United States, including on college campuses, as well as at the international level. Speaker Johnson’s leadership gives us confidence that Congress will swiftly act to combat antisemitic hate and decisively counter the targeting of the Jewish community.
Speaker Johnson’s reelection comes at a pivotal time for our nation, with America facing critical challenges both at home and abroad. The American Jewish Congress stands ready to work with Speaker Johnson and his office to confront these challenges.
