Speaker Mike Johnson Faces Continued Senior Staff Departures

Raj Shah, Johnson's communications director, is the latest in a series of high-profile exits from the Speaker's office.

Raj Shah, Johnson’s deputy chief of staff for communications, will leave his position soon.
Three senior policy staffers, Brittan Specht, Jason Yaworske, and Preston Hill, are also departing.
Shah and the policy staffers had committed to serve only six months under Johnson.
Johnson's office has experienced multiple staff changes since his tenure began.
The departures come as Johnson navigates significant legislative challenges and prepares for upcoming elections.