Mike Johnson

Republican | Louisiana

Candidate Profile*

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*Additional information appears below for educational purposes; however, only data received prior to the candidate deadline was considered during Panel Evaluation.

BIOGRAPHY

Name

Mike Johnson


Party

Republican


Election Year

2024


Election

General


Race

U.S. Rep., Dist. 4


Incumbent

Yes


Links

Mike Johnson websites
Mike Johnson phones
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EDUCATION

Louisiana State University, Paul Hebert Law Center, Baton Rouge, J.D., 1998

Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge, B.S., Bus. Admin., 1995

WORK & MILITARY

Freedom Guard, Inc., President and Chief Counsel, 2014-2016

Kitchens Law Firm, APLC, Partner, 2013-2016

Alliance Defending Freedom, Senior Counsel, 2002-2010

Family Research Council, General Counsel, 2014-2016

AFFILIATIONS

Onward Christian Education Services, Inc.s, Seminar presenter, Louisiana Famlly Forum

Board member; Legal Counsel, Living Waters Publications, Inc., Board Member; Legal Counsel

Answers in Genesis, Legal Counsel, National Day of Prayer Task Force

Legal Counsel, Family Research Council, General Counsel

Louisiana Right to Life, Legal Counsel; Regional Director, Numerous crisis pregnancy centers

POLITICAL OFFICES HELD

U.S. Representative, 2017-present

La. State Representative, 2015-2016

POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT

(Candidate did not provide)

SCORECARDS

CONSERVATIVE ORGANIZATIONS


LIBERAL ORGANIZATIONS

ENDORSEMENTS*

*These endorsements were received after the deadline and were not considered in the Panel Evaluations and are for additional educational purposes only.
CONSERVATIVE (7)

National Rifle Association (NRA) PVF

*Eagle Forum PAC

Campaign for Working Families

*Citizens United Political Victory Fund

Huck PAC

OTHER (2)

Pro-Israel America

*American Israel Public Affairs Committee (AIPAC PAC)

SELECTED CONTRIBUTIONS

CONSERVATIVE
GIVEN BY CANDIDATE (117)

Andy Ogles (2024)

Ashley Hinson (2024)

Claudia Tenney (2024)

Derek Merrin (2024)

Derrick Van Orden (2024)

RECEIVED BY CANDIDATE (117)

America's Future Together (2024)

BILL PAC (PA) (2024)

Bulldog PAC (2024)

Cajun PAC (2024)

Davis Haire (2024)


LIBERAL
GIVEN BY CANDIDATE (0)
RECEIVED BY CANDIDATE (8)

America's Physician Groups (2024)

American Maritime Officers (2024)

National Air Traffic Controllers Association (2024)

Robert Dold (2024)

Log Cabin Republicans (2023)

OTHER INFORMATION

One of 149 House Republicans who voted for H.R. 3746, the Fiscal Responsibility Act of 2023, which suspended the nation's debt limit through January 1, 2025. A vote for H.R. 3746 allows the government to spend without limitation for 19 months at an expected cost of $4 trillion.

“This candidate voted against HR 8404.  This vote indicates the candidate holds a position that supports traditional marriage.”

Vote Smart Key Votes

QUESTIONNAIRE

RIGHT TO LIFE

Abortion providers, including Planned Parenthood, should not receive taxpayer funds from federal, state, or local governments (including Title X grants).

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Chemical abortion drugs should meet essential safety standards (such as in-person consultation with a medical doctor) and require reporting to gather evidence on reactions and outcomes.

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Under what circumstances should an elective abortion be allowed?

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Does the federal government have a role to play in limiting abortion, and if so what federal steps and/or federal legislation would you support?

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RELIGIOUS LIBERTY

What does "separation of church and state" mean to you?

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Individuals and businesses should be required to provide services even if it would violate their moral and/or religious beliefs.

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NATIONAL SECURITY

With regard to America's foreign policy, which view most closely resembles yours: A) The United States should intervene whenever freedom is threatened. B) The United States should selectively help countries trying to grow democracy and fight tyranny. C) The United States has become too involved in others' policies and should remain focused on issues regarding our own sovereignty unless in imminent danger. D) The United States should stay out of foreign conflicts completely.

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The Chinese Communist Party poses serious military, cyber security, intellectual property, and global economic threats to the United States.

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Is the United States' relationship with Israel important, and if so why?

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What are the causes of decline in U.S. military recruitment and retention?

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HEALTHCARE

Under what circumstances (if any) should a government, school, or employer be allowed to require vaccinations?

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What most closely matches your view on healthcare: A) Healthcare for all should be guaranteed and funded by the government with no private healthcare option. (includes "universal healthcare," "medicare for all," etc.) B) Healthcare insurance funded by the government should be available for all who want it, along with private healthcare options. C) Medicaid and Medicare should remain available, but no other taxpayer-funded programs are necessary. D) Taxpayer funded health care should be abolished in all forms, and Medicaid and Medicare should be defunded.

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ECONOMY

What actions would you take that would allow Americans to retain more of their income and wealth?

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Student loan forgiveness unfairly shifts the financial burden to those not responsible for student debt.

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Should environmental and social issues, like ESG (environmental, social, and governance) ratings, be used as criteria in deciding where to invest public monies?

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IMMIGRATION

The U.S. should do more to physically secure the southern border.

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Who should be allowed to immigrate to the U.S. and under what circumstances?

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EDUCATION

I support school choice, including voucher programs, tax credits, charter schools, private schools, and home schools.

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I support eliminating the U.S. Department of Education and giving control back to states and communities.

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CRIMINAL JUSTICE & PUBLIC SAFETY

I support redirecting funds from police departments to community programs.

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2ND AMENDMENT

What restrictions on gun ownership are needed to protect public safety?

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JUDICIAL PHILOSOPHY

The Supreme Court should be reformed to include more seats.

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ABOUT YOU

When you consider your views on a wide range of issues from economic and social matters to foreign policy and religious liberty, which of the following best describes you overall?

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What do you think is the general purpose of government?

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Have you ever been penalized for sexual misconduct in either civil or criminal court? If so, please explain.

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Have you ever been convicted of a felony? If so, please explain.

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VALUES

Marriage is a God-ordained, sacred and legal union of one man and one woman. No government has the authority to alter this definition.

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Children are the most vulnerable members of society and must be protected from abuse, including gender ideology, grooming, and bodily mutilation.

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Taxpayer funds should be used to provide gender transition services.

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Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.

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ELECTIONS AND VOTING

People should be able to vote without photo identification.

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The Electoral College should be abolished.

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EQUALITY

I agree with Critical Race Theory (CRT) which asserts that the institutions in the United States are fundamentally racist.

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Biological males should not be allowed to participate in women's sports or occupy biological women's spaces whether it be bathrooms, locker rooms, sorority houses, women's shelters, or prison.

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ENERGY & ENVIRONMENT

Man-made climate change is a global threat and requires urgent political action.

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What do you believe is the most reliable energy source that will supply the growing demand for electricity?

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