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The new approach taken by Speaker Mike Johnson, who aims to reduce the scope of negotiations, has seen significant backlash from the Freedom Caucus, led by figures like Chip Roy and Thomas Massie. Johnson's strategy of forgoing extensive Omnibus bills to favor a simpler "clean" continuing resolution has prompted a fierce internal party battle, leaving him reliant on Democratic support—a precarious position when the Republican majority is so slender.