Mike Johnson was brought into the world on October 30, 1972, in Shreveport, Louisiana
Before entering politics, Johnson was an attorney specialising in constitutional law.
He has been an outspoken advocate for religious freedom and has defended cases involving issues like public prayer and religious displays.
He is married to Kelly Johnson, and they have four children together
Mike Johnson was chosen as candidate for House speaker Tuesday night.He secured a majority of votes late Tuesday evening in a secret ballot.