WASHINGTON—President-elect Donald Trump endorsed House Speaker Mike Johnson (R., La.) to remain in his post, moving Wednesday to unify GOP lawmakers and avoid a replay of the leadership drama that dragged down the party over the past two years.

Washington — House Republicans backed Speaker Mike Johnson to lead for another two years as they voted in leadership elections on Wednesday just as they secured majority control of the lower chamber for another two years.

House Republicans are slated to elect a leadership team, including re-nominating Mike Johnson for speaker, and meet with President-elect Donnld Trump.