La., as speaker—and while President-elect Donald Trump’s endorsement should pave the way to his re-election, a small group of Republicans are noncommittal, raising the possibility for a drawn out election process that could delay the start of the 119th Congress.

Mike Johnson is fighting for his political life, again. The Louisiana Republican’s hold on the House speaker's gavel and his position as second in line to the presidency will be tested Friday when a new Congress convenes.

If no one quickly wins the gavel, certification of President-elect Trump’s victory could be delayed.