On 13–14 September 2026, House Speaker Mike Johnson stated that President Trump's proposed $5,000 'Trump Dividend' payment plan, announced at the Republican midterm convention in Dallas, would need Congress to approve and fund. The statement clarified legislative constraints on Trump's campaign promise.
On 2026-09-13, House Speaker Mike Johnson and House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries agreed that artificial intelligence risks were escalating, citing competitive concerns from China, and called for Congress to begin regulatory discussions that week. Both leaders acknowledged the need for action despite uncertainty about specific fixes.
House Speaker Mike Johnson stated on September 13, 2026 that rushing to regulate AI through emergency Congressional action would cede technological advantage to China, framing regulation as a national security risk.