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Speaker Mike Johnson Addresses Government Funding, Border Security, and IVF Support in Press Conference

In a recent press conference, Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) emphasized the priority of addressing domestic issues, particularly focusing on government funding, securing the border, and expressing support for in-vitro fertilization (IVF).

Speaker Johnson acknowledged the Senate's prolonged efforts in crafting a bill, stating, "The Senate took four months to put a bill together to do that. We've had their bill for a week and a half. The House is actively considering options on a path forward, but our first responsibility is to fund the government." He reiterated the House's steadfast commitment to securing the border, a primary focus over the past three years.

Referring to the National Security Supplemental Bill, Speaker Johnson outlined its four components: border security, Ukraine, Israel, and the Indo-Pacific. He emphasized the need to prioritize America's security, stating, "If we're going to fix everything around the world, we've got to fix America first." Expressing disappointment in the lack of presidential action on border security, Speaker Johnson pledged to continue insisting on its importance.

Addressing a question on the sanctity of human life, Speaker Johnson affirmed his support for IVF. He highlighted the technology's positive impact since the 1970s, with an estimated 8 million births in the U.S. attributed to IVF. Drawing from personal and anecdotal experiences, he emphasized the importance of IVF accessibility, asserting, "It needs to be readily available, handled in an ethical manner, and something every American supports."

Speaker Johnson dispelled any misconceptions surrounding IVF, expressing the unanimous support for it within the Republican conference. He concluded by thanking the audience, reaffirming his belief in the sanctity of every human life and advocating for continued support of IVF.

In summary, Speaker Mike Johnson's press conference highlighted the House's focus on government funding and border security while emphasizing support for IVF as a crucial reproductive technology. The speaker's remarks underscored the Republican commitment to addressing both national security concerns and domestic issues affecting American families.