EXCLUSIVE: Mike Johnson says GOP looking for way to defund Planned Parenthood

House Speaker Mike Johnson stated that defunding Planned Parenthood remains a priority, as he seeks legislative vehicles to cut federal funding despite the expiration of a Medicaid reimbursement ban. Additionally, Johnson believes Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries will face distinct challenges from progressives and the Democratic Socialists of America compared to the internal dynamics of the Republican conference. Johnson expressed confidence that Republicans will maintain their slim House majority following the upcoming November elections.