What if Speaker Mike Johnson refuses to certify the election?

Each week, MS NOW legal analyst Andrew Weissmann, co-host of our “Main Justice” podcast, answers legal questions from our audience in our MS NOW Membership exclusive series, “Answers with Andrew Weissmann.”

This week, Andrew responds to four questions asked by our Members:

Is there any recourse if on Jan. 3 House Speaker Mike Johnson refuses to certify the election? — Valerie from McMinnville, Oregon
Could the definition of war in American law be interpreted to include “economic warfare,” and could Canadian citizens bring a class-action lawsuit against the U.S. administration for restitution due to economic harm?— Jackie D. from Vancouver, British Columbia
If Democrats win a House majority this fall, what should they prioritize to strengthen the rule of law and protect the Justice Department’s independence? What could they accomplish if Republicans still control the Senate? — Lyn S from San Diego
What needs to happen for the bar to start revoking legal licenses for lawyers acting outside of their oath? — Leighlake

Here’s an excerpt from Friday’s conversation:

Answers with Andrew Weissmann — What happens if House Speaker Mike Johnson refuses to certify the election on Jan. 3?

October 2, 2026 / 03:27

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