Speaker Johnson Details Aggressive GOP Agenda After Meeting with Trump

House Speaker Mike Johnson has revealed ambitious plans for the Republican-led Congress following a pivotal meeting with President-elect Donald Trump. In a recent interview with Fox News’ Sean Hannity, Johnson declared that the GOP would waste no time in pushing forward Trump’s “America First” agenda, setting the stage for sweeping legislative actions.

During the closed-door meeting, held just steps away from the Capitol at the Hyatt Regency, Johnson solidified his role as a key Trump ally. The Louisiana lawmaker was re-elected as House Speaker via voice vote, with no opposition from his colleagues. Trump, who has endorsed Johnson wholeheartedly, urged GOP leaders, including Majority Leader Steve Scalise and Majority Whip Tom Emmer, to maintain unity as they prepare for the new term.

In his remarks, Trump reiterated his commitment to the party’s platform, vowing to back Johnson and the House GOP “all the way.” According to sources, Trump’s address included promises of decisive action, such as orchestrating “the largest deportation operation in history,” a pledge that drew enthusiastic applause from Republican lawmakers.

Johnson emphasized the urgency of advancing Trump’s agenda, promising swift legislative action from day one. “We’re going to be very aggressive; we’re going to move the America First Agenda for the American people beginning on day one,” Johnson said. His remarks signal a strong push for conservative policies across economic, immigration, and national security issues.

Trump’s influence is expected to drive much of the legislative agenda. His recent speech laid out a bold vision for reshaping the federal government, including a 10-point plan to dismantle entrenched bureaucracies and combat what he describes as “deep state corruption.”

In a video message earlier this week, Trump outlined his comprehensive strategy to “take back American democracy.” His plan includes reissuing a 2020 executive order that would give the president broad authority to fire federal employees deemed unfit. “Here is my plan to destroy the deep state and take back our democracy from corrupt Washington once and for all—and corrupt it is,” Trump said.

One of the centerpiece proposals is the establishment of a “Truth and Reconciliation Commission.” This body would declassify and release documents exposing alleged misconduct within federal agencies, focusing on censorship, collusion, and corruption. “We will set up a truth and reconciliation commission to declassify and publish all documents on deep-state buying, censorship, and corruption,” Trump stated, positioning the initiative as a move toward greater transparency.

Trump also pledged a “major crackdown” on government leaks, targeting those who share sensitive information with the media. He linked these leaks to the spread of “fake news” and framed them as a threat to government stability. “We will crack down hard on government leakers who work with fake news to spread lies and undermine our government and democracy,” Trump declared, hinting at potential criminal charges for violators.

In his Capitol Hill address, Trump couldn’t resist a moment of levity, joking about the possibility of running for office a fourth time. “I suspect I won’t be running again unless you do something else—unless you say he’s so good we’ve got to figure something out,” Trump quipped, drawing laughter from the room.

Trump also highlighted the GOP’s electoral success, touting the party’s victories in key swing states and hinting at future wins in traditionally blue states like New York and California. “We won it every way—all seven swing states by a lot,” he said. “Next time, if we go up even a fraction, you’re going to win places that weren’t winnable before.”

As Republicans gear up for the new congressional term, Johnson and Trump’s unified front signals a robust legislative push. With control of the White House, Senate, and House, the GOP is poised to enact significant policy changes. The focus will be on implementing Trump’s vision, from immigration reform to government restructuring.

However, Democrats are expected to mount fierce opposition, particularly on contentious issues like immigration and federal oversight. The coming months will test the GOP’s ability to deliver on its promises while navigating a deeply polarized political landscape.

For now, Johnson’s message is clear: the Republican Party is ready to act decisively, with Trump at the helm, driving an aggressive agenda aimed at reshaping the nation’s political and governmental landscape.