Mike Johnson is an American politician and attorney serving as the U.S. Representative for Louisiana's 4th congressional district since 2017. Born on January 30, 1972, in Shreveport, Louisiana, Johnson earned his Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration from Louisiana State University in 1995 and his Juris Doctor from the Paul M. Hebert Law Center at LSU in 1998. Before entering politics, Johnson worked as a constitutional lawyer and was actively involved in religious liberty cases and conservative advocacy.
Johnson began his political career in the Louisiana House of Representatives, serving from 2015 to 2017, where he focused on family values, tax reform, and education. He won the seat for Louisiana's 4th congressional district in the U.S. House of Representatives during a special election in 2016 after the previous incumbent, John Fleming, vacated the seat. Johnson represents a largely rural district that includes the cities of Shreveport and Bossier City. As a member of the Republican Party, Johnson is known for his conservative stance on social issues, his advocacy for limited government, and his support for pro-life policies.
In Congress, Johnson serves on several key committees, including the House Judiciary Committee and the House Armed Services Committee. He has played an active role in legislative matters related to national security, constitutional law, and religious freedoms. Johnson is also a member of the Republican Study Committee, a group of conservative lawmakers within the House of Representatives that aims to promote conservative principles and policies. Additionally, he has served as the chair of the Republican Study Committee’s Values Action Team, which works to advance issues such as religious freedom and pro-family legislation.
Johnson has been a vocal supporter of Second Amendment rights, opposing gun control measures and advocating for gun owners' protections. He has also been involved in efforts to reform the federal tax code and reduce government spending. Johnson’s legislative priorities include national defense, economic growth, and maintaining conservative social values.
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