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Mike Johnson: “It stands at a proud 53ft.”

Featuring: Mike Johnson, Republican | Speaker of the United States House of Representatives | National

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Speaker Johnson Gives Remarks at the U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree Lighting

Published | Video Starts at 01:34

And tonight offers one of those rare moments where we can gather together and take stock of all those blessings. Now, behind me stands the great state of Nevada's very first capital Christmas tree. As we've all heard, It stands at a proud 53ft. And even in this dark season, this tree shines bright, not from just one light, but from thousands shining together. (01:34–01:37)

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