Speaker Mike Johnson has denied that the withdrawal of funds by top GOP super PACs in key races is a sign that the map is shrinking for Republicans to hold on to their House majority.
What happened
Top Republican super PACs have withdrawn spending from the races of two vulnerable House incumbents, and the main House GOP super PAC has pulled spending in several districts. Johnson attributes the cuts to resource allocation, stating that the party has a large war chest but must spread it across the country.
Johnson has expressed confidence in the candidates affected by the spending cuts, saying he has spoken with them and told them to stay the course. He believes the energy on the ground and the excitement among candidates will lead to victories in those districts.
The spending cuts have been viewed as a negative sign for Republicans, who are struggling with voters concerned about the rising cost of living. However, Johnson has dismissed polling showing Republicans lagging behind Democrats, saying the party does not pay attention to polls.
