New House Speaker Mike Johnson's appeal to 'God,' 'the Bible’ on House floor sparks debate online While conservatives praised Johnson's religiosity, one leftist declared, 'Irrational beliefs should not inspire social policies'

Gabriel Hays / Fox News

 

New Speaker of The House Mike Johnson's invocation of God and the Bible during his appearances following his election has sparked a polarized reaction from social media.

Conservatives on X - the platform formerly known as Twitter –  praised Johnson for wearing his Christianity on his sleeve in his new role, while some liberals claimed that he is offending the "Constitution and the New Testament" with his appeal to God inside the House chamber.

After the GOP congressman’s election as Speaker of the House Wednesday, following weeks of Republican lawmakers being unable to decide on a candidate, Johnson made time for prayer and recognition of the God of his Christian faith.

Speaking to Congress following his election, Johnson declared, "I don’t believe there are any coincidences in a matter like this. I believe that Scripture and the Bible is very clear that God is the one that raises up those in authority. He raised up each of you, all of us. And I believe God has ordained and allowed each one of us to be brought here for this specific moment and this time. This is my belief." See Xs and videos here.