Speaker of the House Mike Johnson has propped himself up as a committed conservative, and his marriage might just be a testament to that image. Wedding Kelly Lary in 1999 after an eyebrow-raising relationship , the pair sought out an uncommon covenant marriage . This type of union creates a binding commitment between the pair but is most notable for what little wiggle room it has for divorce. It's a rare agreement, and one that is not allowed in the majority of states in America, probably due to its strict contract. Though its face of unity and loyalty is perfectly in line with the ultraconservative Republican's image, it may be the marriage's close alignment with submission rather than its everlasting love that drew his attraction.
In celebration of their 25th anniversary, Johnson l

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