The government shutdown debacle shows the strength of Elon Musk's position — and the weakness of Mike Johnson's.
Paul Waldman is an opinion writer at the Washington Post. He focuses on themes such as government and politics, climate change, and the economy, often discussing topics related to the GOP, Donald Trump, Joe Biden, and media dynamics. Paul has been featured in several notable publications including The Spokesman-Review, The Philadelphia Tribune, and MSNBC.