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Clay Fuller Sworn In To Bolster GOP’s Slim House Edge

The win gives Speaker Mike Johnson brief breathing room despite looming vacancies.

Overview

  • Fuller took the oath Tuesday on the House floor with Speaker Mike Johnson presiding, bringing Republicans to 219 seats.
  • The 219 figure includes Rep. Kevin Kiley, who left the GOP but still caucuses with Republicans.
  • Backed by President Donald Trump, Fuller won the April 7 special election by about 12 points over Democrat Shawn Harris.
  • The result marked a sharp shift from 2024, when Trump carried northwest Georgia’s 14th District by about 37 points.
  • The majority could tighten soon due to reported resignations, with New Jersey’s 11th District voting Thursday and California’s 1st District set for a June 2 primary and an Aug. 4 special general.