On the recordJuly 26, 2021
As I have noted here many times before, the election clause of the U.S. Constitution gives State legislatures the authority to prescribe, quote, 'the times, places, and manner of holding elections.'
Source
congress.govMike Johnson: “As I have noted here many times before, the election clause of the U.S. Constitution gives State legislatures the…”
Editor's note · Context
Emphasizing state authority over federal control in election regulations.
Share
More from Mike Johnson
Oct 14, 2026
The timing of the government’s actions is unfortunate for her [Omar] or others
Oct 9, 2026
This district, more than any in America — when we say close election, we mean close election.
Oct 12, 2026
If, heaven forbid, we lost the majority, I would expect my colleagues would call upon me to continue to lead the conference in divided government.
Other voices in this conversation
