The newly assembled US Congress has convened, focusing on the election of the House Speaker. Republican Mike Johnson faces challenges to his position despite support from future President Donald Trump. The Republicans hold a narrow majority, requiring full support from their members to secure Johnson’s leadership against Democratic opposition led by Hakeem Jeffries. Johnson warns of a potential constitutional crisis on January 6 if a Speaker is not elected, as Congress is set to certify Trump’s electoral victory before his inauguration.