February 20, 2026 at 11:31AM
House Speaker Johnson rejects request for Jesse Jackson to lie in honor at Capitol
House Speaker Mike Johnson has denied a request to have the late Rev. Jesse Jackson Sr. lie in honor at the United States Capitol. He cited past precedent in determining how the deaths of other high-profile figures were handled.
The decision aligns with Johnson’s view on Capitol decorum and the boundaries of ceremonial honors. It remains unclear whether Jackson’s family may pursue alternative forms of tribute.