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Question 30 of 128 · American Government · System of Government

What is the name of the Speaker of the House of Representatives now?

On the 65/20 list: one of the 20 questions for applicants 65 or older with 20 years as permanent residents.

Current answer

Mike Johnson

Also accepted: Johnson, James Michael Johnson

The official list does not print a name because it changes with elections. USCIS keeps the current answer on its test updates page.

Why this is the answer

The Speaker of the House is the leader of the House of Representatives, chosen by its members. The Speaker is also second in the line of succession: if neither the President nor the Vice President can serve, the Speaker becomes President. Because the Speaker changes with elections, USCIS keeps the current name on its test updates page, and the answer that counts is the person serving on the day of your interview. Memory hook: leader of the House, and second in line to the presidency.