Johnson Surprises With Reactions to Biden Speech
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House Speaker Mike Johnson nodded along as Biden discussed supporting Ukraine and capping insulin costs, surprising commentators.
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Jenna Ellis, former Trump lawyer, questioned why Johnson was clapping when Biden pushed to codify Roe v. Wade.
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Johnson opposed much of Biden's speech and later called him "desperate" and the "most unpopular president" running for reelection.
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Johnson addressed his facial reactions, saying "I didn't hide that very well" and that he "did not like the speech."
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Presidential historian Douglas Brinkley said it looked like Johnson "practiced it in front of a mirror," referring to his negative expressions.