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Mike Johnson: “The president, the commander in chief, has the right to deal…”

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

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Interview with Speaker of the House Mike Johnson on 119th Congress Achievements

Published | Video Starts at 09:35

Listen, my background is in constitutional law, Maria, and I believe very firmly in separation of powers. I also believe that the executive branch has the Runway to do what President Trump is doing. He clearly, The president, the commander in chief, has the right to deal with countries that are engaging in unfair trade practices with our nation. Mr. Speaker, great to have you. Thanks very much for joining us. To recap the first 100 days in Congress, we will be watching your work once you come back after speaking with constituents this Easter break. (09:35–09:42)

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Asserts that the President has the authority to address unfair trade practices.

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